International Relations
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.
Ukraine gives a large lithium deposit to a consortium of Trump-linked investors for development
A Ukrainian government commission has selected the winner of a tender to develop the state-owned Dobra lithium deposit. Investors include billionaire Ronald S. Lauder, a longtime acquaintance of Donald Trump, and TechMet, a company partially affiliated with the US government investment agency.
Sweden reveals details of the effectiveness of Archer howitzers at the front in Ukraine
Ukrainian artillerymen have called the Swedish Archer one of the most effective systems in the fight against Russian troops, capable of hitting targets tens of kilometres away.
Czech Republic confirms continuation of 'shell initiative' during visit of Foreign Minister to Kyiv
The newly appointed Czech Foreign Minister confirmed further military support for Ukraine and readiness to deepen defence cooperation.
Prime Minister of Scotland declares readiness to send troops to Ukraine in case of peace
Scottish Prime Minister John Swinney said he was ready to support the deployment of Scottish troops to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping mission, provided a peace agreement is acceptable to Ukrainians. He also expressed concern about the future of NATO.
