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Five men (four Ukrainians and one Russian) in Poland have been charged in a sabotage operation case. They attempted to send parcels with explosives to various countries, for which they face life imprisonment.
The Trump administration has developed a plan to increase power generation for AI data centers. Tech giants will be able to participate in an emergency auction to build infrastructure.
The US plans to exchange heavy Venezuelan oil for American medium crude to replenish strategic reserves. Venezuelan oil will be transported to Louisiana, and companies will be provided with American medium sour crude.
Delegations from Ukraine and the United States will meet in Miami to discuss agreements on security guarantees and $800 billion for Ukraine's economic prosperity.
US President Donald Trump has stated his readiness to impose trade tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to establish control over Greenland. He called himself the "tariff king" and justified this by national security needs.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine and the US do not see eye to eye on some issues of a peace agreement, although both countries strive for peace. He emphasized that Russia is delaying all processes, including exchanges.
The Ukrainian delegation in the US is finalizing agreements on security guarantees and the reconstruction of Ukraine for $800 billion. Signing is possible in Davos if the US agrees to all aspects.
The Ukrainian delegation, led by Umerov and Budanov, has departed for the United States. Meetings with representatives of Donald Trump regarding prepared documents will take place there.
Brussels is considering a revision of the EU accession system, proposing a two-tier model that could accelerate Ukraine's entry. This plan raises concerns among some member states about its implications for the Union.
President Zelenskyy stated that until the morning of January 16, Ukraine did not have missiles for some Western air defense systems. Today, Ukraine received a "serious" aid package, which includes missiles for various systems.
Lindsey Graham stated that Ukraine is unlikely to achieve a complete withdrawal of Russian troops as part of a peace agreement if it involves territorial exchange. Any security agreement must be reviewed by Congress.
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said Moscow shows no interest in peace. She rejected proposals to resume negotiations with Putin.
Military personnel from several European countries are arriving in Greenland as a show of support. This comes amid threats from US President Donald Trump to purchase the island.
The US is increasing its military presence in the Middle East by redeploying the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group. This comes amid possible retaliatory strikes from Iran.
Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, has called for a review of the country's economic model. She advocated for opening the oil industry to foreign investment and normalizing relations with the United States.
Trump announced his readiness to involve the US army to suppress protests in Minneapolis, which erupted after shootings involving federal agents. The state governor called the agents' actions "organized brutality," and most Americans do not support the use of this law.
The Donald Trump administration has exempted participants of the 2026 World Cup, the 2028 Olympics, and major US leagues from visa restrictions. The exceptions apply only to athletes, coaches, and support staff, while fans remain subject to sanctions.
The first Trump-class battleship could cost up to $22 billion, making it the most expensive combat ship. The vessel, with a displacement of over 35,000 tons, will be equipped with hypersonic and nuclear missiles, as well as an electromagnetic railgun.
Netflix and Sony Pictures Entertainment have signed a multi-year agreement for global film streaming. Netflix has acquired exclusive rights to screen Sony films after their theatrical release.
Oil prices began to fall. This happened after Washington's statements about its intention to refrain from military action against Iran.
At a UN Security Council meeting, the US warned Iran of its readiness for decisive action over the suppression of protests. Russia was the only country to support Iran, accusing the US of interference.
The US Department of Commerce and Taiwan have reached an agreement on tariff reduction and investment. Taiwan has pledged to invest $500 billion in the US technology sector.
The US has sold the first batch of Venezuelan oil for $500 million after the removal of Nicolas Maduro. The funds will be managed by the US President, and Caracas has been removed from decision-making regarding the exploitation of subsoil resources.
Russia's Ambassador to the UN, Vasily Nebenzya, stated that the US is using the situation in Iran to destabilize the country. He accused the US of interfering in internal affairs and called for an end to the escalation.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado presented Donald Trump with her 2025 Nobel Peace Medal. This gesture underscored gratitude for the American military operation to remove Nicolás Maduro.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado met with US President Donald Trump. The purpose of the visit is to strengthen her position in the struggle for leadership in Venezuela after the removal of Nicolás Maduro.
White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt said that the deployment of European troops to Greenland would not affect Trump's decision on the island. US-Danish negotiations on Greenland's status ended without an agreement.
Leavitt said the U. S. president and his team have told Iranian officials there would be "severe consequences" if the killing of protesters in Iran continued.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that the defense of Greenland is a common NATO concern. This is due to the arrival of troops on the island following threats from Donald Trump and discussions on ways to strengthen security in the Arctic.
Donald Trump has threatened to deploy military forces in Minnesota following protests sparked by the actions of immigration agents. This occurred after an officer shot a Venezuelan man, and previously an agent fatally shot a U.S. citizen.