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Trump eyeing various options for putting pressure on Putin to end war - Kellogg

U.S. President Donald Trump is considering various levers of pressure on Russian leader Vladimir Putin to end the war, including economic ones, said Keith Kellogg, Trump’s pick for the position of special representative for Ukraine and Russia.

Ukraine’s DM dismisses deputy, replaces Head of Defense Procurement Agency

Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has submitted a proposal to the Cabinet of Ministers to dismiss his deputy, Dmytro Klimenkov, and decided not to extend the contract with Maryna Bezrukova, the current Head of the Defense Procurement Agency.

Religious scholar on Pochaiv Lavra: sufficient grounds already exist to terminate UOC-MP lease

Clergy and monks of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate (UOC-MP) are obstructing the work of state inventory commissions in religious institutions, as local authorities hesitate to intervene.

In five years, number of first-graders in schools will decrease by one third - forecast of MoES

According to the Ministry of Education and Science, the number of first-graders in 2029 will be at least 30% less than this year. And communities across the country need to prepare school networks for such a scenario now.

In Toretsk, enemy keeps trying to advance in small groups - AFU

In Toretsk, the Russian occupation forces continue to use the tactic of advancing and consolidating with small groups of infantry.

Zelensky appoints new envoy for Crimea

President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Olha Kuryshko as Permanent Representative of the President of Ukraine in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea.

Ukraine Latest: Weekly Digest for January 13-19, 2025

Russians conduct offensive actions in Velyka Novosilka

The Russian forces, backed by artillery and UAVs, conducted offensive actions in Velyka Novosilka and carried out nearly 80 shelling attacks.

NATO membership to be best guarantee for Ukraine, though under conditions of sustainable peace – Rutte

NATO allies remain committed to Ukraine becoming a member of the Alliance, but this can only happen under conditions of lasting peace. For now, the focus should be on strengthening Ukraine's position in preparation for peace negotiations to end the war.

Oil key factor to force Russia into peace – Zelensky

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that energy resources, particularly oil, are among the most critical tools to compel Russia to seek peace.

Ukraine is not interested in Lukashenko's legitimacy after “elections” - MFA

Recognition of the legitimacy of Alexander Lukashenko after the “vote” in Belarus is not relevant for Ukraine, which also stands in solidarity with the position of democratic countries on the lack of conditions for holding elections in Belarus in accordance with OSCE standards.

MFA on execution of Ukrainian POWs by Russia: Atrocity requiring international reaction

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine decried as an atrocity the latest shooting of six Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian invaders, urging the international community to react decisively to each such case in order to put an end to these atrocities.

Battles raging for villages Novyi Trud, Zelene in Pokrovsk axis

Fierce fighting continues in the settlements of Novyi Trud and Zelene near Pokrovsk, with both currently remain in the so-called "gray zone".

Croatian PM says future peace deal must not cement occupation of Ukraine by Russia

The future peace agreement should ensure respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, and not become a bargain that will consolidate Russia's occupation.

Only Trump, Xi could push Putin toward peace - Zelensky

President Volodymyr Zelensky believes only the leaders of the United States and China, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, could push Russian dictator Vladimir Putin to peace.

Ukraine needs more US involvement to force Russia to negotiate – Sybiha

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the statements by U.S. President Donald Trump about his readiness to put pressure on Russia to make peace.

Freezing conflict would put Ukraine in weak position before negotiations – Zelensky

President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that freezing the conflict would place Ukraine in a weak position ahead of future negotiations.

Freezing conflict would put Ukraine in weak position before negotiations – Zelensky

President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that freezing the conflict would place Ukraine in a weak position ahead of future negotiations.

Russians intensify mortar strikes on refractory plant in Chasiv Yar – military

The Russian occupation forces are intensively targeting the refractory plant in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, with mortar strikes.

Ukrainian scouts destroy important satellite equipment in Kursk region

On January 17, scouts of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) discovered an enemy position with important satellite equipment near the Russian village of Tyotkino.

How Ukrainian SOFs clear Russian positions: inside look

The 3rd Special Operations Regiment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully carried out a mission to clear Russian bunkers and bring in infantry from a friendly unit to secure the area.

Ukrainian border guards eliminate over 160 Russian invaders in past week

Units of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine eliminated more than 160 Russian soldiers and captured seven others over the past week.

Presidents of Ukraine, Serbia discuss EU integration

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to discuss European Union integration.

Military assistance, increased sanctions against Russia: Zelensky meets Spanish PM in Davos

President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed military assistance to Ukraine and the strengthening of sanctions against Russia with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.