Margarita Kravchenko

Margarita Kravchenko

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Xi Jinping called for a "grand plan" to develop relations between China and Russia amid nuclear risks
Politics
Xi Jinping called for a "grand plan" to develop relations between China and Russia amid nuclear risks

The leaders of China and Russia held their first talks this year via videoconference. Xi Jinping stated the need for a strategic plan for bilateral relations, while Vladimir Putin promised to take a responsible approach to the issue of terminating the START III treaty with the United States.

Russia has used dangerous chemicals against Ukraine more than 12,000 times since the start of the war
War
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Russia has used dangerous chemicals against Ukraine more than 12,000 times since the start of the war

In January 2026 alone, the Defence Forces recorded more than two hundred cases of Russian troops using ammunition containing chemical irritants, which is prohibited under international law.

Rostislav Shurma stated that there was politically motivated pressure in the criminal proceedings and expressed his willingness to cooperate with the investigation.
Politics
Rostislav Shurma stated that there was politically motivated pressure in the criminal proceedings and expressed his willingness to cooperate with the investigation.

The defendant publicly denied his guilt, stated that he resides in Germany, and insists on participating in the proceedings in a lawful manner.

TCR purchases aviation services worth over UAH 333 million: Zaporizhzhia explains the purpose of the tender
War
TCR purchases aviation services worth over UAH 333 million: Zaporizhzhia explains the purpose of the tender

This refers to an experimental project involving the transportation of foreign contract soldiers for military service in Ukraine.

Practical training of Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel continues in Poland as part of the EUMAM Ukraine mission
War
Practical training of Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel continues in Poland as part of the EUMAM Ukraine mission

Training focuses on battlefield survival, medicine, engineering, and weapons handling.

Latvia has recorded the most severe frosts in the last 13 years
Society
Latvia has recorded the most severe frosts in the last 13 years

The temperature in some regions of the country has dropped to minus 32 degrees, and forecasters are warning of further cooling and possible new temperature records.

Macron's glasses in Davos caused a surge in demand and a rise in the manufacturer's shares
Business
Macron's glasses in Davos caused a surge in demand and a rise in the manufacturer's shares

The French president's appearance wearing luxury brand sunglasses made the company go viral and added millions to its market capitalisation.

Venezuela has opened its oil sector to private investors amid easing US sanctions
Politics
Venezuela has opened its oil sector to private investors amid easing US sanctions

The Venezuelan Parliament has passed a law allowing private companies to independently extract and sell oil. The decision was made possible after the easing of US sanctions and has already led to the resumption of exports under international control.

Shmyhal announced a simultaneous emergency shutdown between the power grids of Ukraine, Romania and Moldova
War
Shmyhal announced a simultaneous emergency shutdown between the power grids of Ukraine, Romania and Moldova

Due to a technical malfunction, emergency power cuts were implemented in several regions, and energy companies are working to restore power.

Norway will maintain military support for Ukraine in 2026 at a level of over $7 billion
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Norway will maintain military support for Ukraine in 2026 at a level of over $7 billion

Norway has confirmed its intention to provide Ukraine with military aid in 2026 at the record level of 2025, focusing on air defence, drones and the development of joint production.

In January, the Zaporizhzhia region experienced three blackouts due to strikes on energy infrastructure.
War
In January, the Zaporizhzhia region experienced three blackouts due to strikes on energy infrastructure.

Despite massive attacks and difficult weather conditions, energy workers have restored power to hundreds of thousands of families, but some frontline communities remain without electricity.

Ukrzaliznytsia stabilised power supply after external power was cut off
Society
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Ukrzaliznytsia stabilised power supply after external power was cut off

Train traffic has been almost completely restored, stations are operating normally, and delays are minimal.

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