International Relations
European troops in Ukraine: what is known about possible deployment after the ceasefire
France and the United Kingdom have declared their readiness to send troops to Ukraine after the war is over. At the same time, the key question of US support in the event of a new Russian aggression remains open.
Україна закликає Радбез ООН перейти від заяв до дій після атаки ракетою «Орєшнік»
Україна ініціювала екстрене засідання Ради Безпеки ООН і закликає міжнародну спільноту до реальних кроків у відповідь на російський ракетний удар «Орєшніком» по Львівській області.
Tanker fleet with Venezuelan oil turns back under US pressure
At least six tankers that left Venezuela in early January with their transponders switched off have returned to its waters. The United States has declared its readiness to intercept shadow fleet vessels carrying Venezuelan oil in any region.
Syrian army claims full control over Aleppo after liberation of last district
The Syrian army announced the liberation of the last district of Aleppo under the control of the YPG. About 200 civilians were evacuated from the city, and an attempted drone attack from the Deir Hafir area was thwarted.
London is preparing a response to Trump's statements: NATO could deploy forces to Greenland
The United Kingdom has begun consultations with European allies on the possible deployment of NATO forces in Greenland following Donald Trump's announcement of his intention to take control of the island.
US urges citizens to leave Venezuela immediately and not to travel to the country
The United States has urged its citizens not to travel to Venezuela and to leave the country immediately due to serious security risks and lack of consular assistance.
Iran, Russia and China launch joint naval exercises off the coast of South Africa
A week-long naval exercise involving the navies of Iran, Russia and China within the BRICS format has started off the coast of South Africa. The manoeuvres are taking place against the backdrop of a sharp deterioration in relations between South Africa and the United States and new geopolitical tensions.
UK allocates £200 million to train troops for possible deployment to Ukraine
London is investing £200 million to prepare the British military for a potential deployment to Ukraine after the ceasefire. The funds will be spent on equipment, communications and drone defence amid massive Russian attacks.
US and Ukraine prepare $800bn deal for post-war reconstruction
Ukraine and the US plan to sign a massive $800bn reconstruction deal in Davos, along with agreements on post-war security guarantees.
Zelensky calls on Trump to sign free trade agreement with Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is discussing a possible zero-tariff free trade agreement with the US as part of a package to help Ukraine recover from the war.
The EU is accused of financing Russia's war by importing Russian LNG
Despite the promise to ban Russian liquefied natural gas by 2027, in 2025 the EU increased its imports of LNG from Yamal. Human rights activists estimate that the Kremlin received at least €7.2 billion from this.
Ukraine and the UK agree on defence cooperation for 2026 and the launch of mass production of Octopus drones
A roadmap for the development of the centenary defence partnership between Ukraine and the UK has been signed in Kyiv. The document envisages strengthening air defence, joint defence projects, and the start of production of one thousand Octopus drones per month starting in February 2026.
