France initiates NATO exercises in Greenland
France has initiated a request to hold NATO exercises in Greenland and has stated its readiness to contribute.
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22 January 2026
21 January 2026
'Challenge remains': Danish FM comments on Trump's statements about Greenland in Davos
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen called Donald Trump's promise in Davos not to resort to force to take control of Greenland positive.
Trump rules out immediate Iran strike but may be preparing attack, French expert says
US President Donald Trump has rejected the scenario of immediate military intervention in Iran, but the strengthening of the American contingent in the region may indicate that he is preparing for an attack aimed at overthrowing the Iranian regime in the future.
Czech Senate supported Ukraine and distanced itself from Okamura's statements
The Senate of the Czech Republic has expressed its support for Ukraine and distanced itself from the scandalous statements made by Tomio Okamura, speaker of the lower house of parliament.
UK not to yield to pressure from Trump on Greenland — Starmer
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated he will not yield to pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump over Greenland.
Zelensky stays in Kyiv
President Volodymyr Zelensky is currently in Kyiv.
Trump arrives at Davos forum
After a delay in his trip, US President Donald Trump arrived in Davos, Switzerland, where he will speak at the World Economic Forum and meet with world leaders.
Nawrocki: Partners have not forgotten Ukraine because of Greenland
Polish President Karol Nawrocki said that the situation around Greenland does not mean that partners have forgotten about Ukraine, stressing that Russia's war remains the main threat.
Poland does not plan military presence in Greenland – Defense Minister
The Polish government sees no need for the country to have a military presence in Greenland.
Witkoff, Kushner to meet Putin in Moscow on Thursday
US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff said that on Thursday he and Jared Kushner will travel to Moscow, where they will meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
NATO Secretary General in Davos: Main issue is not Greenland, but Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized that no circumstances should distract European leaders from supporting Ukraine amid Russian attacks, particularly strikes on energy infrastructure.
Russian space industry increasingly dependent on China – Ukraine’s intel
The Russian space industry remains vulnerable to sanctions and critically dependent on foreign Earth remote sensing (ERS) data, with a real risk of Russian operators being displaced by cheaper Chinese products.
20 January 2026
Greenland dispute distracts West from real threat – expert
Developments surrounding Greenland are diverting attention from the West's real challenges, creating divisions within NATO and pleasing the Kremlin.
Head of Red Cross Mission summoned to Ukrainian FM over “inappropriate statements”
On January 20, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine summoned Juan Pedro Scherer, head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) mission in Ukraine, to discuss some incorrect public statements made by the Committee's leadership.
Babis surprised by reaction to his government's decision to refuse sale of aircraft to Ukraine
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis expressed outrage over the strong reaction to his government's decision to deny Ukraine the sale of four small aircraft that could have helped strengthen the country's air defense as Russia continues its relentless terror.
Azerbaijan sends Ukraine new batch of electrical equipment
The authorities of the Republic of Azerbaijan have dispatched another shipment of humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
Zelensky: Tymoshenko's charges are not related to elections
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the charges against Yulia Tymoshenko, leader of the Batkivshchyna parliamentary faction, in offering unlawful benefits to MPs, are not related to the upcoming elections.
Zelensky proposes creating unified European Armed Forces: no steps toward this have been taken yet
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that European leaders have so far taken no steps toward his proposal to establish unified European Armed Forces, despite growing security threats from Russia.
Ukraine calls for Russia's exclusion from IAEA: There is no place for terrorist state
Following Russia's shelling, which threatens nuclear safety, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called on the IAEA to convene an emergency meeting of the Board of Governors to resolve the issue of Russia's membership.
Ukraine has not yet received invitation to G7 meeting in France on January 22 – Zelensky
Ukraine has so far not received an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron to join the Group of Seven meeting scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 22, in Paris; however, he expects such an invitation.
Russia is not ready for peace talks – Nauseda
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda believes that Russia is not ready for peace negotiations and will not abandon its imperial ambitions even if a peace agreement is concluded.
Court announces recess until Wednesday in consideration of motion to seize Tymoshenko's property
The High Anti-Corruption Court has announced a recess in the consideration of a motion to seize the property of MP Yulia Tymoshenko until January 21.
Zelensky on Greenland: I very much want America to hear Europe through diplomacy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he respects Denmark's sovereignty and territorial integrity and hopes that the United States will hear Europe in diplomatic dialogue.
Lithuania supports full EU membership for Ukraine – finance minister
Lithuania supports Ukraine's full accession to the European Union and sees certain risks in a phased integration.
Zelensky sets condition for meeting with Trump in Davos
Meetings with the United States must produce concrete results for strengthening Ukraine or bringing the war closer to an end.
German FM Wadephul: We assist Ukraine to block Putin’s plan to break resistance
Germany will continue to support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, and the Kremlin's plans to break the resistance of Ukrainians must not succeed.
Ukraine invited to join 'Board of Peace' – Zelensky
Ukraine has received an invitation from the United States to join the "Board of Peace," and diplomats are working on it, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
New Octopus drone shown to British delegation in Kyiv
In Kyiv, the latest version of the Ukrainian Octopus interceptor drone was demonstrated to a British delegation led by UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy.
Mathernova responds to new massive Russian attack on Ukraine
Russia is deliberately targeting the energy sector in an attempt to break Ukrainians in winter, but Ukraine will stand firm.
19 January 2026
Von der Leyen discusses peace efforts for Ukraine with US congressmen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with representatives of a bipartisan delegation from the US Congress in Davos to discuss pressing issues, including achieving peace in Ukraine.