Zelensky urges US, Europe to keep up pressure on Russia amid diplomacy talks
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope that the United States will not weaken pressure on Russia for the sake of diplomacy.
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Zelensky highlights key topics in Vilnius talks: Air defense, energy, and EU integration
Strengthening air defense, supporting Ukraine’s energy sector, and advancing EU integration were the main topics discussed during talks in Vilnius between the Presidents of Ukraine, Lithuania, and Poland.
Zelensky on Abu Dhabi talks: Fewer problematic issues, Ukraine’s territorial position unchanged
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that following the trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, the number of problematic issues has decreased, while emphasizing that Ukraine’s position on territorial integrity remains unchanged.
Ukraine to be ready for EU membership by 2027 – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that it is important for Ukraine to set a concrete EU accession date in a peace agreement to secure clear security guarantees and prevent any blocking of its membership.
Leader of Germany’s Green Party urges Berlin to provide Ukraine with more air defense systems, Taurus missiles
Franziska Brantner, head of Germany’s opposition party Alliance 90/The Greens, has called on the federal government to provide Ukraine with additional air defense systems and long-range missiles.
Zelensky in Vilnius: International unity must guarantee real security for Ukraine and Europe
The participants of the January Uprising of 1863–1864 in Vilnius could not even have dreamed of the level of unity that Ukraine’s international partners are demonstrating today. Together, they are striving to ensure that joint efforts are sufficient to provide real protection for Ukraine – and, consequently, for Europe.
Zelensky speaks during memorial service honoring victims of January Uprising
Many of the wars of the 20th century were largely the result of the indifference of the world’s powerful in the 19th century. Every delay has consequences. Today, it is crucial for Europe not to lose any of the nations that live by freedom and not to lose precious time.
Slovak FM condemns Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy facilities
Slovakia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Juraj Blanár, has condemned Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian energy facilities and expressed solidarity with Ukraine’s civilian population.
Fedorov appoints tech blogger Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov as advisor
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has appointed tech blogger Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov as advisor on defense technology.
Ukrainian delegation representative: Austrian representative Petra Bayr likely to become new PACE president
For the first time in many years, a woman may become the new president of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. The leading candidate to replace Theodoros Rousopoulos is Petra Bayr, an Austrian Social Democratic Party representative.
PACE to vote on resolution in support of Ukraine on Tuesday — Kravchuk
On January 27, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe will hold debates and vote on the main resolution of the winter session concerning Ukraine.
Zelensky and Nausėda discuss support for Ukrainian energy system
During their meeting, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda discussed support for the Ukrainian energy system and military cooperation.
Meeting between presidents of Ukraine and Lithuania takes place in Vilnius
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Vilnius, where Zelensky arrived to participate in events marking the 163rd anniversary of the January Uprising.
Zelensky arrives in Lithuania to participate in events marking anniversary of January Uprising
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the First Lady arrived in the Lithuanian capital, where events marking the 163rd anniversary of the January Uprising in Vilnius will be held.
Moscow seeks to push Trump to abandon talks with Ukraine and EU – ISW
Russia's leadership is trying to push U.S. President Donald Trump to abandon the negotiation process with Ukraine and Europe and make concessions to Moscow's demands put forward at the August 2025 summit in Anchorage, Alaska.
24 January 2026
Okamura not to succeed in cutting Ukraine aid, says Czech Senate Speaker
Czech support for Ukraine will not decrease significantly, although the voices of those who have long been critical of it are now being heard more loudly due to the country’s purely domestic political situation.
Next round of US-Ukraine-Russia talks scheduled for Feb 1 – journalist
The next round of trilateral talks involving the United States, Ukraine, and Russia is scheduled for February 1. The meeting will take place, as before, in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi.
Blocking Ukraine's EU accession, Orban is committing crime against Hungary – Sybiha
By blocking Ukraine's membership in the EU, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is fulfilling Putin's wishes. At the same time, Orban is obstructing the restoration of peace in Europe and turning Hungary into an accomplice of the Kremlin regime.
Talks between Ukrainian, US, Russian delegations in UAE conclude – journalist
Negotiations between the delegations of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia in Abu Dhabi have concluded.
President of Czech Senate: Europe to avoid repeat of “Munich Betrayal”
Europe will avoid a repeat of the “Munich Betrayal” concerning Ukraine, as happened in 1938 with Czechoslovakia.
Czech Senate approves two resolutions in support of Ukraine at its first plenary session this year — Vystrčil
The Senate of the Czech Republic continues to stand firmly with Ukraine and condemns the anti-Ukrainian actions of certain politicians.
ISW: Putin wants to use Trump's Board of Peace to recover frozen assets and offset war costs
Russian leader Vladimir Putin is reportedly trying to use the U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace to secure the return of frozen Russian assets to stimulate Russia's economy.
23 January 2026
Umerov on negotiations in UAE: Ukrainian team ready to work in various formats
During negotiations in the United Arab Emirates, the Ukrainian team is ready to work in various formats depending on the course of the dialogue.
Zelensky changes composition of General Staff
President Volodymyr Zelensky has made changes to the composition of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Headquarters.
Zelensky says he reaches agreement with Trump on delivering Patriot missiles to Ukraine
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Presidents of the United States and Ukraine agreed on supplying ammunition for the Patriot air defense system.
Trilateral talks underway in Abu Dhabi
Negotiations between delegations of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia are already underway in Abu Dhabi.
UK reacts to Zelensky's Davos speech: Europe must strengthen defense and security
The UK government has commented on President Volodymyr Zelensky's speech in Davos, in which he criticized Europe, emphasizing the need to strengthen defense and security and assuring continued support for Ukraine from London.
Full bail amount paid for Tymoshenko – HACC
The full amount of bail previously set by the High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) for MP Yulia Tymoshenko has now been paid.
Special tribunal on Russian aggression: Council of Europe Secretary General announces creation of preparatory team
Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset has announced the signing of an agreement between the Council of Europe, the European Commission, and the European External Action Service to establish a preparatory team for the future Special Tribunal to investigate the crime of aggression against Ukraine.