The Kremlin disagrees with the US position that territorial control over the Donetsk region is the only unresolved issue in the negotiations. Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov stated that territorial issues are important, but many others remain on the agenda.
Russian State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin stated that the Russian parliamentary body demands a strike on Ukraine with 'retaliation weapons' starting next week. This phrasing was used by Hitler shortly before the capitulation of Nazi Germany in World War II.
Due to Putin's fear of modern technologies, Russia is lagging behind in AI development, ranking 28th in the world. The country has no leading technology companies or universities in this field.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned of the organization's "imminent financial collapse. " This is due to overdue membership contributions, particularly from the United States, which traditionally accounts for 22% of the budget.
A Gallup International poll shows that Ukrainians generally have a negative assessment of the leaders of the USA, China, and Russia. The attitude towards Trump is moderately negative, towards Xi Jinping it is predominantly negative, and towards Putin it is extremely negative.
The new START-3 treaty expires on February 5, which could lead to no limits on long-range nuclear arsenals. Putin proposed extending the treaty for a year, but Trump did not respond.
Special envoy of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kirill Dmitriev, will visit Miami for meetings with members of US President Donald Trump's administration. This comes amid reports of a possible trilateral meeting involving Ukraine, the US, and Russia.
In February 2026, five new films of various genres will be released in Ukrainian cinemas. Among them are the drama "Wuthering Heights", the thriller "Road to Crime", and a documentary about Elvis Presley.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Russia is reorienting towards strikes on logistics and hub stations. He also noted that Ukraine is ready to mirror refraining from striking Russian energy facilities.
The European Union may replace the price cap on Russian oil with a ban on maritime services. This would strengthen sanctions against Moscow and simplify their application.
Rob Jetten, the prospective Prime Minister of the Netherlands, has announced a refusal to negotiate with Moscow and continued support for Ukraine. The new Dutch government has committed to providing annual military aid to Ukraine and supporting its path to EU and NATO membership.
US President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to be the head of the Federal Reserve. After the announcement, stocks and bonds reacted with a decline, as Warsh was previously considered an "inflation hawk."
Hundreds of millions of dollars in promised US energy aid to Ukraine have yet to be disbursed, raising concerns amid a harsh winter. The funds, intended for gas imports and infrastructure reconstruction, are stuck due to bureaucratic confusion and internal disputes within the Trump administration.
U. S. President Donald Trump and Senate Democrats have reached an agreement to avoid a prolonged shutdown of much of the federal government. The deal provides funding for the entire government, except for the Department of Homeland Security, until September.
Record technology exports by Ukrainian IT companies.
US car auctions are an interesting option for buying a good car.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Donald Trump appealed to Vladimir Putin with a request to refrain from striking Kyiv for a week, allegedly until February 1.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping criticized US President Donald Trump for destabilizing the world order and risking a transition to the "law of the jungle. " The statement was made during a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine would cease strikes on Russia's energy infrastructure if Russia agrees to the week-long truce proposed by the US. The Kremlin has not yet confirmed its consent to cease attacks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that there is no official ceasefire agreement on energy targets between Ukraine and Russia. This decision, initiated by the US and Donald Trump, envisages Kyiv's refusal to strike at Russian energy facilities in response to Moscow's cessation of attacks.
President Zelenskyy stated that the date or location of the next round of talks between Ukraine and Russia, mediated by the US, might change. The reason is the situation between the US and Iran, which could affect the timing of the meeting.
The US has deployed drones to scout Iran's defensive positions. An American ship has arrived off the coast of Iran, and refueling aircraft have flown to Europe.
Europeans are concerned about their own security due to Donald Trump's policies, which sparks discussions about NATO's future and the US role. Experts believe that NATO will survive, but the US role may diminish, and Ukraine will not join the Alliance in the next three years.
Donald Trump threatens Canada with 50% tariffs on aircraft and to decertify them in the US market. The reason was the delay in the certification of Gulfstream aircraft, which Trump regarded as an obstruction of exports.
Cuba is on the verge of an energy collapse, with only 15-20 days of oil reserves. The US has blocked supplies from Venezuela, and Mexico has stopped shipping fuel.
Trump stated his readiness for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict with Iran, despite the military buildup. He confirmed contacts with the Iranian side and plans to continue dialogue to prevent a military confrontation.
US President Donald Trump criticized the UK's plans to strengthen economic ties with China, calling it a "very dangerous" strategy. This happened after Prime Minister Keir Starmer's negotiations with Xi Jinping, where the parties agreed on a "strategic partnership" and the reduction of trade barriers.
Bitcoin fell to $83,383 due to a record outflow of over $1. 1 billion from US spot Bitcoin funds. Investors are moving funds into safe-haven assets, particularly gold.
Gold prices resumed rapid growth, surpassing the $5,500 mark, after a brief dip. This happened amid escalating geopolitical tensions and Trump's statements.
Volkswagen is recalling 44,500 ID. 4 electric vehicles in the US due to battery overheating. Defects include missing monitoring software and electrode displacement, which could lead to ignition.
