Deputy White House Press Secretary Anna Kelly denied the Financial Times article regarding the requirements for security guarantees for Ukraine. She called the information “completely false.”
German companies Rheinmetall and OHB are developing a satellite network for the Bundeswehr, which will become a European alternative to Starlink. The project will provide secure internet for the German army, reducing dependence on American technologies.
The US and Ukraine plan to propose a limited ceasefire to Russia during a meeting in Abu Dhabi. The proposal envisages an end to strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and attacks on Russian oil refineries.
President Zelenskyy plans to meet with Trump in Davos on Thursday. This will happen before White House envoys travel to Moscow for talks on a peace plan.
European opposition to Trump's attempts to acquire Greenland and his "Peace Council" initiative has derailed plans for economic support for Ukraine. The planned $800 billion package has been postponed due to disagreements between European capitals and Washington.
US President Donald Trump's campaign to take control of Greenland has drawn sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers. Congress may try to curb the president's territorial ambitions.
US President Donald Trump has sent an invitation to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the 'Peace Council'. There has been no response from the Ukrainian side yet, Christopher Miller of the Financial Times reported.
Zelenskyy remains in Kyiv to resolve the crisis after Russian attacks. He will not go to Davos unless there is a meeting with Trump to sign a prosperity plan.
China's GDP grew by 5% in 2025, despite the trade war, thanks to export growth that offset a weak domestic market. In the fourth quarter, GDP growth slowed to 4.5%.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukraine plans to sign security guarantee agreements with the United States and an $800 billion economic recovery deal. President Zelenskyy expects the documents to be approved, despite Donald Trump's ambiguous position.
The European Union is considering imposing tariffs on American goods or restricting US companies' access to the market. This is a response to Trump's threats to countries that oppose the acquisition of Greenland.
The EU plans to gradually phase out Chinese-made equipment, including Huawei and ZTE, in critical infrastructure. This proposal will make it mandatory for EU countries to limit the use of "high-risk" suppliers.
Trump's team is developing the concept of a "Peace Council" to monitor and implement a future agreement to end the war in Ukraine. This body, led by the US president, would coordinate the management of the enclave, borrowing a model from the peace plan for the Gaza Strip.
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.
Donald Trump is once again showing interest in Greenland, calling it a "big real estate deal" and a matter of US strategic security. This has caused concern among Danish and European leaders, who see it as a threat to sovereignty and NATO's integrity.
US senators are proposing a bill that would prohibit the Pentagon and the State Department from using funds to occupy or annex NATO territories, including Greenland. This comes amid concerns over Donald Trump's interest in Greenland.
Kyiv's G7 allies will meet with Donald Trump in Davos. They seek his personal support for security guarantees for Ukraine after a ceasefire.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may meet with US President Donald Trump next week at the economic forum in Davos. Kyiv's G7 allies may also join the meeting to secure personal support for security guarantees for Ukraine.
Scandinavian countries have denied Trump's claims about the presence of Russian and Chinese warships near Greenland. According to diplomats, no Russian or Chinese vessels have been detected in the area.
Chinese intelligence gained access to the email systems of staff members of influential committees in the US House of Representatives. This is part of the "Salt Typhoon" cyber-espionage campaign, which has been ongoing for several years.
US Vice President J. D. Vance called the detained tanker Marinera (Bella 1) a "fake Russian oil tanker," and the country's Attorney General Pam Bondi indicated that its crew faces criminal prosecution.
Chinese officials are reviewing Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI platform Manus over potential export control violations. This could give Beijing leverage over the deal, which is a rare instance of an American company acquiring a Chinese AI startup.
A wave of repression began in Venezuela after the US arrested Nicolás Maduro. Delcy Rodríguez, the country's new leader, is trying to consolidate her power.
Western sanctions have led to the freezing of approximately $500 million worth of Telegram bonds held in Russia. This demonstrates the messenger's financial vulnerability to the Russian market, despite the founder's attempts to distance himself from Russia.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Chrystia Freeland, former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, as a non-staff advisor on economic development. She has significant experience in attracting investments and implementing economic transformations.
This refers to advanced weapon systems, including ballistic missiles and drones, for cryptocurrency. This would allow Tehran to circumvent Western financial restrictions.
According to Morgan Stanley's forecast, European banks could cut 10% of their staff due to AI by 2030, with 212,000 jobs at risk. This applies to back-office, risk management, and compliance roles to increase efficiency by 30%.
Warner Bros. Discovery plans to reject Paramount's latest $108 billion offer, even after Larry Ellison agreed to personally guarantee the deal. The WBD board considers a deal with Netflix more favorable, despite increased termination fees and financing guarantees from Paramount.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Ukraine is trying to change the situation on the battlefield instead of preparing for negotiations. Lavrov also accused European countries of blocking peace efforts.
US Democratic senators have urged Donald Trump not to recall nearly 30 career ambassadors, warning of a threat to national security. They believe this would create a vacuum that Russia and China would fill, leaving more than 100 embassies without leadership.
