Future security guarantees package for Ukraine to include Black Sea dimension – expert
Black Sea security issues cannot be considered separately from European security and security guarantees for Ukraine.
Politics
Cabinet of Ministers decides on candidates to head military administrations in four regions
The government has submitted proposals to the President to appoint heads of military administrations in four regions.
Von der Leyen outlines elements of security guarantees for Ukraine
Leaders of the Coalition of the Willing gathered in Paris today with a clear goal: to provide reliable security guarantees for Ukraine in order to make any future Russian attack impossible.
Sinan Ülgen, Director of the Center for Economics and Foreign Policy Studies (EDAM)
In the new geopolitical environment, Türkiye is willing to play the role of a security guarantor for Ukraine and to be a component of European security
Orban complains about EU over plans to 'cut Hungary off' from Russian oil and gas
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban says that the European Union will "fall apart on its own" because of "leadership chaos." He also criticized Brussels for its intention to abandon Russian energy resources and said that he will not give money to Ukraine.
Coalition of the Willing summit commences in Paris
The Coalition of the Willing meeting has begun in the French capital.
Zelensky, Macron focus on air defense supplies and diplomacy in Paris talks
Following a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the main topics of their talks were Ukraine’s real capabilities to counter Russian terror and diplomatic steps toward peace.
Anti-Ukrainian sentiments not shared by all Czechs, author of letter supporting Ukraine says
An open letter addressed to the Ukrainian ambassador in Prague expressing solidarity has already gathered more than 50,000 signatures, demonstrating that many people stand with Ukraine and do not share the Ukrainophobic sentiments voiced by some politicians.
Europe backs Denmark, Greenland amid Trump’s Greenland comments
European leaders have voiced support for Denmark and Greenland amid statements by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding control over the island.
UN on US actions in Venezuela: 'Powerful can do whatever they like'
US intervention in Venezuela is a violation of international law and makes the world less safe.
Meeting between Zelensky and Macron begins at Élysée Palace
A bilateral meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron has begun at the Élysée Palace in Paris.
Leaders of Coalition of Willing to discuss situation around Greenland in Paris – Tusk
During the meeting of the leaders of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, a previously unplanned issue will be discussed: the United States' territorial claims to Greenland. In this context, Denmark can count on Europe's support.
Ukraine's FM reveals details of meeting with Czech charge d'affaires
During a meeting with the Chargé d'Affaires of the Czech Republic in Ukraine, Benjamin Ziga, Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Oleksandr Mishchenko emphasized that the Ukrainian-Czech strategic partnership should continue to be based on mutual respect and dignity.
Zelensky arrives in Paris
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Paris, where he will take part in a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing.
Trump's invasion of Greenland would mean end of NATO — Danish PM
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has warned that if US President Donald Trump were to invade Greenland, it would mean the end of NATO.
Chiefs of general staff of Coalition of Willing discuss security guarantees for Ukraine
During a meeting in Paris, the chiefs of staff from the armed forces of the Coalition of the Willing countries discussed security guarantees for Ukraine and strategies for their implementation.
Russia faces three sets of problems due to U.S. operation in Venezuela, Ukraine’s former FM says
As a result of the U.S. operation in Venezuela, Russia is facing three groups of problems – political, reputational, and energy-related – for which no solutions are currently in sight.
U.S. declares Western Hemisphere its sphere of influence
The U.S. Department of State has declared the Western Hemisphere a sphere of influence of the United States.
Switzerland freezes Maduro's assets
The Swiss government has frozen the assets of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and individuals associated with him.
05 January 2026
Zelensky appoints deputy heads of SSU and head of ATC
President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a series of decrees on appointments within the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and changes to the composition of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC).
Tusk to take part in Coalition of Willing meeting in Paris
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will take part in a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on Tuesday, which will be held in the French capital.
Czech FM meets with Ambassador Zvarych, announces phone call with Sybiha
Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka met with Ukraine's ambassador to Prague, Vasyl Zvarych, and announced plans to hold a phone conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart, Andrii Sybiha.
Zelensky discusses rotations in diplomatic corps with Sybiha
President Volodymyr Zelensky heard a report from Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on the results of Ukraine's diplomatic work in 2025 and discussed rotations in the diplomatic corps with him.
Zelensky announces meeting with Ukraine’s international partners this week
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine will hold a meeting with its international partners this week.
Russia condemns U.S. military operation in Venezuela at UN Security Council
For the first time during Donald Trump’s presidency, Russia launched a scathing critique of the United States at the United Nations Security Council session, calling the U.S. military operation in Venezuela and the capture of dictator Nicolás Maduro “a cowboy behavior.”
Witkoff, Kushner to represent U.S. at Ukraine talks in Paris
The White House has named the members of the U.S. delegation who will take part in talks on a peaceful settlement of the war in Ukraine, scheduled to take place this week in Paris.
Fedorov to unveil Defense Ministry reform plan in Parliament next week – Zelensky
In a week’s time, Mykhailo Fedorov will present to the Verkhovna Rada the reform proposals he plans to implement at the Ministry of Defense.
Since start of full-scale war, Latvia has provided Ukraine with nearly €1B in aid
Since the start of the full-scale war, Latvia has provided Ukraine with practical assistance worth almost EUR 1 billion
Rutte to attend meeting of Coalition of Willing
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will attend a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris on January 6.