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The 2026 Olympics in Italy will kick off with the first finals and performances by Ukrainian athletes
After a spectacular opening ceremony in Italy, the XXV Winter Olympics are moving into competition mode, with the first sets of medals to be awarded on 7 February.
The Epstein case: French Foreign Ministry summons Jack Lang for explanations
French authorities are stepping up investigations into the Epstein case and have summoned former culture minister Jack Lang for official questioning.
Meloni and Vence in Milan declared shared Western values
During a meeting with US Vice President Jay D. Vance in Milan, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasised that shared Western values are the foundation of cooperation between Europe and the United States.
Russia shelled the Kherson Thermal Power Plant at least five times in 24 hours
Russian troops shelled the Kherson thermal power plant again during the day, with at least five hits recorded on the energy infrastructure facility.
"У Києві працюють майже 1,4 тисячі Пунктів незламності" - Ігор Клименко
У столиці в умовах тривалих морозів цілодобово діє розгалужена мережа Пунктів незламності, куди щодня звертаються тисячі киян по тепло, електрику та психологічну підтримку.
Berlin airport suspends flights for second day in a row due to icy conditions
In the German capital, bad weather has paralysed air traffic, and forecasters are warning of dangerous icy conditions in the north and east of the country.
Norway launches investigation into former Prime Minister Jagland over new evidence in Epstein case
The Norwegian Economic Crime Authority is investigating allegations of serious corruption following the publication of new documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. These relate to possible gifts, trips and loans during Jaglands time in international office.
Under the guise of humanitarian aid, 27 cars were brought into Ukraine: the case of an organised group was referred to court
Three members of an organised criminal group will stand trial for smuggling cars that were declared as humanitarian aid for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Over two years, they imported vehicles worth millions of hryvnias, evading taxes.
Ukrainian demining operators have identified critical needs in terms of equipment and funding
A survey of 19 Ukrainian mine action operators revealed an acute shortage of demining equipment, transport and unmanned aerial vehicles. The results of the study were presented in Kyiv during a specialised workshop attended by international partners.
Over 50,000 energy and heating engineers are working to restore Ukraine`s power grid, says Shmyhal
More than 50,000 specialists are involved in the repair and restoration of energy facilities across the country. The government has also increased electricity imports from Europe, allocated billions of hryvnias to protect infrastructure and purchase generators, and is launching programmes to support communities, businesses and households.
Storm Leonardo caused flooding in Spain and Portugal: there are fatalities and mass evacuations
A powerful storm named Leonardo swept across the Iberian Peninsula, bringing record rainfall, flooding and landslides. At least one person died in Portugal, while in Spain thousands of residents were forced to leave their homes and transport links were partially paralysed.
Zelensky: New round of peace talks may be held in the US
After two days of meetings in the UAE, Ukraine is preparing for the next round of talks with the US and Russia, which are likely to take place in America. The president stressed that Kyiv is ready for all working formats, but the fundamental condition remains that Russia should not receive any reward for its aggression.
