Sweden has opened a sabotage investigation following the damage to a fiber optic cable in the Baltic Sea, with the Malta-flagged vessel Vezhen seized as part of the probe. The incident adds to a growing list of such attacks in the region since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The Russian government announced on Sunday that it had taken control of two new settlements in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region.
US diplomats have urgently requested that Ukraine-related programs be exempted from a 90-day freeze on foreign aid ordered by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as concerns grow over the potential impact on vital support for Ukraine.
Putin claims the Ukraine crisis might have been avoided if Trump had won in 2020, emphasizing Russia’s openness to talks and critiquing US sanctions under Biden.
Ukraine is ready to assist in transporting Azerbaijani gas to Europe, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Saturday, offering to utilize the country's infrastructure to help European nations reduce their reliance on Russian energy.
Ukraine reports that Russia launched a wave of drones in an overnight assault on Friday in the suburbs of Kyiv, resulting in the deaths of three civilians and significant damage to residential and commercial properties.
South Korea suspects North Korea is preparing to send more troops to Russia despite heavy losses and captured soldiers. Ukraine reports 11,000 North Korean troops in Russia, with over 3,000 casualties. This follows a defence pact signed by Pyongyang and Moscow in 2024.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has urged European nations to deploy a peacekeeping force of at least 200,000 personnel to prevent further Russian aggression after any potential ceasefire, speaking during an interview in Davos on January 21, 2025.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Davos on 22 January to discuss bilateral ties, energy cooperation, and regional security.
US President Donald Trump has named retired Lt. General Keith Kellogg as his special envoy to Ukraine, with a goal of ending the conflict within 100 days. Trump's hands-on approach aims to fast-track peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Switzerland to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he is set to deliver a key speech. Before his address, Zelenskyy will meet with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to discuss ongoing geopolitical and economic issues.
Fierce fighting continues as Russia claims control of a village in Donetsk, while Ukraine reports repelling multiple Russian attacks. Both sides engage in intense battles, with Ukrainian forces countering offensives and intercepting drones.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a landmark 100-year partnership to strengthen security ties and bilateral relations. The agreement reaffirms the UK’s long-term commitment to supporting Ukraine amid ongoing challenges.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Ukraine to sign a new security and trade agreement with Kyiv.
Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius reassured Ukraine of continued support, emphasizing NATO solidarity and announcing the delivery of advanced howitzers to aid Ukraine's defense against Russia.
The European Union has pledged 148 million euros in new humanitarian aid for Ukraine and Moldova to address urgent needs like food, shelter, and heating. The announcement came as Commissioner Hadja Lahbib visited Ukraine to assess the ongoing crisis.
The UK has pledged 30,000 drones to Ukraine under a £45M contract to boost uncrewed surveillance and attack capabilities.
Ukraine’s air force successfully intercepted a significant portion of drones launched by Russia in a major overnight attack, while President Zelenskyy stresses the critical need for enhanced air defense systems as an international defense meeting approaches.
Russian forces have intensified attacks near Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine, aiming to disrupt supply routes and bypass the city. Meanwhile, both sides reported drone activity, with Ukraine intercepting Russian drones and Russia claiming to have downed Ukrainian ones.
Russia’s gas transit to Europe via Ukraine ends after decades, closing a key supply route as the EU diversifies energy sources amid strained relations and economic shifts.
Over 50% of Ukraine's state budget spent on defense, boosting capabilities six-fold. 1.2 million drones procured, with $41.7B international aid secured.
President Biden announces $5.9B in military aid for Ukraine, boosting support before leaving office as questions loom over future aid under President-elect Trump.
The Southern Air Command of Ukraine reported on December 25 that air defense forces had destroyed 11 enemy targets in the Kherson region. Among the destroyed targets was a Russian cruise missile.
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