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Russia launches mass missile attack against Ukraine: Explosions were reported in Kharkiv, Khmelnytsky Oblast, and Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast.
kyivindependent.com/russia-launches-mass-missile-attack-against-ukraine/
Quick Glance: Ukraine and Russia Intensify Attacks Amid Inauguration Countdown
- Ukraine and Russia have launched significant drone and missile strikes as Donald Trump's inauguration approaches.
- Ukraine executed its largest attack yet using US-made ATACMS missiles, escalating tensions further.
- Russia retaliated with a major assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, deploying over 40 missiles.
- Putin's advisor claimed that Ukraine might cease to exist as a sovereign state by 2025.
Rubio, Trump's Pick For Secretary Of State, Says Ukraine Must Make Concessions: President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to be the top U.S. diplomat ...
rferl.org/a/rubio-ukraine-concessions-peace-deal/33276938.html
Ukraine and Russia must both make concessions to end war, Rubio says: Russia's invasion of Ukraine poses one of the incoming Trump administration's greatest ...
axios.com/2025/01/15/marco-rubio-ukraine-russia-concessions
Quick Glance: Rubio Calls for Concessions to End Ukraine-Russia War
- Senator Marco Rubio asserts that both Ukraine and Russia must make concessions to end the conflict.
- He criticizes the Biden administration for its lack of clarity regarding the conflict's objectives and advocates for a realistic approach.
- Rubio states that while Russia cannot conquer all of Ukraine, it is also unrealistic for Ukraine to expect a complete withdrawal of Russian forces.
- The Ukraine conflict is likely to highlight significant differences between the incoming Trump administration and the outgoing Biden administration.
Spend more on arms to keep Trump sweet, say Poland and Ukraine’s leaders: Ukraine and Poland heal their own relationship in face of Russian aggression.
politico.eu/article/volodymyr-zelenskyy-donald-tusk-spend-arms-donald-trump/
Quick Glance: NATO Budget Could Exceed Russia's Spending Tenfold
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called for increased NATO defense spending on January 15, suggesting that matching Poland's spending could result in a budget ten times larger than Russia's.
- Tusk highlighted that Europe must address its own defense challenges and noted that enhanced contributions could foster better US-European relations.
- The proposal to raise NATO's spending target from 2% to 5% of GDP has sparked debate, with some members considering a more modest increase to 3%.
- President Zelensky praised discussions focused on enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities and tightening sanctions against Russia.
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine's military now totals 880,000 soldiers, facing 600,000 Russian troops, Kyiv claims
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-latest-ukraines-military-now-totals-880-000-soldiers-facing-600-000-russian-troops-kyiv-claims/
Ukraine managed to bring back 25 Ukrainians from Russian captivity including Azovstal defenders, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Jan. 15 ... Show more
Zelenskyy: Europe has no chance against Russia without Ukrainian military: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that the possibility of ending the war or ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/15/7493773/
Ukraine strikes Russia overnight, claiming largest attack of war so far: Officials in several Russian regions, some hundreds of kilometres from the border ...
bbc.com/news/articles/cwypg2z780go
Quick Glance: Pistorius Visits Kyiv: Strengthening Support for Ukraine
- Defense Minister Boris Pistorius arrived in Kyiv for talks with the Ukrainian government, emphasizing Germany's ongoing support for Ukraine.
- During the visit, he delivered the first of 54 RCH155 howitzers and discussed the need for investments in the Ukrainian defense industry.
- Pistorius stressed that Ukraine relies on close cooperation with Europe and the US to succeed in its defense against Russia.
- The new howitzers are intended to enhance Ukraine's military capabilities and will also benefit the German armed forces to improve national defense readiness.
Von der Leyen awarded the Charlemagne Prize: The EU Commission President has been awarded this year's Charlemagne Prize for her contribution to European unity - ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/01/15/von-der-leyen-mit-dem-karlspreis-ausgezeichnet
Quick Glance: Ursula von der Leyen Awarded 2025 Charlemagne Prize
- Ursula von der Leyen has been awarded the 2025 Charlemagne Prize for her strong representation of Europe during crises.
- The prize committee praises her achievements, including managing the COVID-19 pandemic and promoting the Green Deal.
- This award highlights the threats to the European way of life and the necessity for Europe to act strategically.
- The prize is traditionally awarded on Ascension Day and is endowed with one million euros this year for pro-European projects.
‘Execution’: Horror claim on Aussie teacher: An Australian schoolteacher who fought for Ukraine before being captured by Russia was likely executed after being ...
news.com.au/technology/innovation/military/execution-horror-claims-about-aussie-teacher-now-believed-to-have-been-dead-for-weeks/news-story/8708b0d1e5a7f7eaa560374a3037a001
Quick Glance: Australian Volunteer Fighter in Ukraine Feared Dead
- Australian teacher Oscar Jenkins is feared to have been executed after being captured by Russian troops.
- The Australian government is urgently seeking information regarding his welfare following reports of his death.
- Jenkins was fighting with the International Legion of Defence of Ukraine, despite lacking military experience.
- His family continues to receive consular support while the Australian embassy in Moscow investigates.
Russia says infrastructure attacks in response to Ukrainian attacks using Western weaponry
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/16/russia-says-infrastructure-attacks-in-response-to-ukrainian-attacks-using-western-weaponry
Putin-Trump Talks Would See Russia Demand Ukraine Cut Back NATO Ties: Russia will demand Ukraine drastically cut back military ties with the NATO alliance and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-15/putin-trump-talks-would-see-russia-demand-ukraine-cut-back-nato-ties
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One reason for the traffic light exit: Olaf Scholz himself is now blocking three billion euros for Ukraine
n-tv.de/politik/Ein-Grund-fuer-das-Ampel-Aus-Jetzt-blockiert-Olaf-Scholz-selbst-drei-Milliarden-fuer-die-Ukraine-article25490445.html
Slovak PM slams student wearing ribbon in Ukrainian colours who refused to shake hands with president
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/15/7493606/
Zelensky Shows Video of Captive North Korean Soldier: 'Unaware of Ukraine': "The world will learn the full truth about how Russia is exploiting such guys ...
newsweek.com/volodymyr-zelensky-ukraine-north-korea-prisoners-war-captured-video-2015146
Ukraine deploys 200 drones: "Hell" in Russian factories: Kiev's troops have taken the enemy's air defenses by surprise with a swarm of drones ...
nzz.ch/international/ukraine-setzt-200-drohnen-ein-hoelle-in-russischen-fabrikanlagen-ld.1866119
MP for Pforzheim constituency: Green politician Stephanie Aeffner passes away suddenly
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/stephanie-aeffner-gruene-trauern-um-bundestagsabgeordnete-fuer-pforzheim-a-56be8106-1d5d-480d-8520-7dc4e831d6eb
Quick Glance: Tribute to Stephanie Aeffner: Campaigning Paused in Mourning
- The sudden death of Stephanie Aeffner, a Bundestag member from the Greens, has sparked a wave of grief and condolences that transcends party lines.
- Politicians from CDU, SPD, and FDP expressed their sympathies and decided to suspend campaign activities on the upcoming Saturday to show solidarity with her family.
- Aeffner was recognized for her commitment to social justice and the rights of people with disabilities, leaving behind a legacy as a warm-hearted individual.
- Many of her political colleagues honor her legacy, acknowledging her passion and expertise in social issues.
Ukraine will not abandon NATO membership nor accept "alternative options", Ukraine's foreign minister says
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/15/7493660/
Zelenskyy visits Poland after deal struck on WWII exhumations: Relations between the neighbours have been strained for decades by the World War II-era Volyn or ...
l.euronews.com/w0s
Fact check: Is Ukraine paying bribes to US politicians?: Time and again, misinformation about Russia's war in Ukraine is spread in order to influence public ...
l.euronews.com/OIV
Russia's claims to great power status: Putin confidant assumes Ukraine will disappear
n-tv.de/politik/Putin-Vertrauter-geht-vom-Verschwinden-der-Ukraine-aus-article25489063.html
Lithuania would consider troop deployment to Ukraine upon Kyiv’s request, FM Budrys says
kyivindependent.com/lithuania-would-consider-troop-deployment-to-ukraine-upon-kyivs-request-fm-budrys-says/
Why Ukraine’s long-delayed missile production ambitions have yet to get off the ground
kyivindependent.com/why-ukraines-long-delayed-missile-production-ambitions-have-yet-to-get-off-the-ground/
The West wants WW3, Romania’s presidential front-runner tells conspiracist Alex Jones
politico.eu/article/romania-far-right-calin-georgescu-alex-jones-ww3-eu-nato/
Russia plotted terror attacks on airlines around the world, Poland’s Tusk says: Polish PM makes bombshell accusation against Moscow.
politico.eu/article/russia-planned-terror-attacks-airlines-around-world-donald-tusk-says/
These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of Jan. 15, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Ukraine issues countrywide alert, warns of incoming missiles: Ukrainian authorities issued air raid alerts for the entire country Wednesday ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/ukraine-issues-countrywide-alert-warns-of-incoming-missiles
#RussiaUkraineWar : Russia launched more than 40 missiles and over 70 attack drones in an overnight barrage that targeted Ukraine's energy sector ... Show more
'Fund defence or prepare to learn Russian or emigrate to New Zealand,' NATO chief says
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1394513/fund-defence-or-prepare-to-learn-russian-or-emigrate-to-new-zealand-nato-chief-says
EU & NATO membership, massive arms deals, potential deployment of foreign military contingents on Ukrainian territory — these are the security guarantees ... Show more
Third winter of war: Russia attacks Ukrainian energy supply - air alert throughout the country
spiegel.de/ausland/ukraine-krieg-russland-attackiert-energieversorgung-luftalarm-im-ganzen-land-a-cccea043-190e-4a57-872d-dc40039e4170
Poland's Tusk Pledges to Advance Ukraine's EU Membership During Presidency: Poland's Prime Minister has vowed to prioritize Ukraine's path to European Union ...
newsweek.com/polands-tusk-pledges-ukraines-eu-membership-during-presidency-2015268
Albanese vows ‘strongest action possible’ if Australian POW killed fighting for Ukraine against Russia
cnn.com/2025/01/15/australia/albanese-strongest-action-russia-pow-intl-hnk/
Family Of African Mercenary Killed Fighting For Russia Can't Recover His Remains: Former Central African soldier Derrick Ngamana’s family finds itself in a ...
rferl.org/a/african-mercenary-killed-russia-war-ukraine-kursk-car-derrick-ngamana/33275333.html
"The basic maneuvers that they perform are conducted at a high level," Ukrainian soldiers said about the North Koreans fighting for Russia to Радіо ... Show more
Germany to shoot down drones near military sites: The number of sightings has increased since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, officials say.
bbc.com/news/articles/ce3l2v01y4wo
Germany’s Scholz under political pressure over €3B Ukraine aid package: Germany’s beleaguered leader says more aid to Ukraine could mean cuts to pensions and ...
politico.eu/article/germanys-olaf-scholz-politics-ukraine-aid-europe-military-kyiv-war-russia/
Trump advisers admit Ukraine peace deal will take months, Reuters says: Advisers to US President-elect Donald Trump have conceded that the process of ending the ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/15/7493756/
Ursula von der Leyen to receive Charlemagne Prize for European project contribution
brusselstimes.com/eu-affairs/1394955/ursula-von-der-leyen-to-receive-charlemagne-prize-for-european-project-contribution
Russia releases 25 captive Ukrainians, including Mariupol defenders: Kyiv and Moscow have reportedly agreed to a systematic exchange of prisoners in 2025.
politico.eu/article/prisoner-exchange-russia-ukraine-mariupol-azovstal-steel-plant-defenders/
Selenskyj visits Poland after agreement on exhumation: Relations between the neighbors have been strained for decades by the Volhynia killings of the Second ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/01/15/selenskyj-besucht-polen-nach-einigung-uber-exhumierung-polnischer-opfer-des-zweiten-weltkr
Moscow, Kyiv exchange 50 POWs in deal mediated by UAE : Russia and Ukraine have each released 25 captured prisoners of war in the first exchange ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/moscow-kyiv-exchange-50-pows-in-deal-mediated-by-uae-
Von der Leyen wins Charlemagne Prize for European unification: European Commission president is rewarded for “her services to the unity of the Member States.”
politico.eu/article/ursula-von-der-leyen-wins-top-award-for-european-unification/
Old false claims resurface about Ukrainian kickbacks to US politicians: Misinformation is often spread regarding Russia's war in Ukraine to sway public opinion ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2025/01/15/old-false-claims-resurface-about-ukrainian-kickbacks-to-us-politicians
Alert because of Russia's missiles: Fighter jets are launching because of situation on NATO border
fr.de/politik/kampfjets-nato-grenze-polen-ukraine-krieg-russland-putin-militaer-zr-93515828.html
Munz assesses Patrushev's statement: Ukraine ending sounds "not at all crass" in Russia
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Ukraine-Ende-klingt-in-Russland-ueberhaupt-nicht-krass-article25489455.html
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, will join the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2025 in #Davos , Switzerland ... Show more
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World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 | World Economic Forum
Biden team seeks European support to leverage frozen Russian assets in talks with Moscow, CNN reports
kyivindependent.com/biden-team-seeks-european-support-to-leverage-frozen-russian-assets-in-talks-with-moscow-cnn-reports/
A ceasefire in Gaza is still elusive as negotiators try to hammer out a deal, Donald Trump advisers concede that a Ukraine peace deal is months away, and more ... Show more
Prudence in war: Is Scholz blocking aid to Ukraine?: Ukrainian self-defense has unintentionally become part of the German election campaign ...
l.euronews.com/GA2
'Strongest action possible' — Albanese vows to act if Australian fighting for Ukraine was executed by Russia
kyivindependent.com/strongest-action-possible-pm-albanese-pledges-action-if-australian-fighting-for-ukraine-was-executed-by-russia/
Russian forces advance in 8 settlements in Ukraine's Donetsk
Ukraine targets 7 Russian cities
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In 10 days, the Russians occupied 10 Ukraine’s settlements.
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Lozova, Ivanivka, Petropavlivka, Vozdvyzhenka, Solone, Kurakhove, Zelene, Novoivanivka ... Show more
Ukraine says it targeted Russia's Engels airbase infrastructure in 'multi-day, comprehensive operation'
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-targets-russias-engels-airbase-in-multi-day-comprehensive-operation-drone-forces-report/
Drones have attacked oil depot in Voronezh region Drones have attacked oil depot in Voronezh region Voronezh Oblast, Russia - Ukraine Interactive map - Ukraine Latest news on live map - liveuamap.com
US targets China-Russia sanctions evasion scheme with new measures: "Today's actions frustrate the Kremlin's ability to circumvent our sanctions ...
kyivindependent.com/us-targets-china-russia-sanctions-evasion-scheme-with-new-measures/
Quick Glance: US Imposes New Sanctions on Russia Before Trump's Inauguration
- The United States has imposed over 250 new sanctions against Russia to increase pressure on Moscow.
- These sanctions target Russia's military industrial base and aim to combat circumvention of existing sanctions.
- New measures also affect Chinese entities and a Kyrgyz bank cooperating with Russian officials.
- Additionally, sanctions were placed on the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which remains operational.
A Slovak student, wearing a ribbon in the colors of the Ukrainian flag, refused to shake hands with the pro-Russian president, Peter Pellegrini ... Show more
Will Europe put ‘boots on the ground’ for peace in Ukraine? We asked top Nordic, Baltic officials
kyivindependent.com/will-europe-put-boots-on-the-ground-for-peace-in-ukraine-we-asked-top-nordic-baltic-officials/
Drone hits distillery in Russia's Tambov Oblast, local media reports: Local residents said a fire broke out at the distillery, which is located near a ...
kyivindependent.com/drone-hits-distillery-in-russias-tambov-oblast-local-media-reports/
UK and France in talks over sending peacekeeping troops to Ukraine after potential deal with Russia
telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/01/15/uk-france-talks-peacekeeping-troops-ukraine-war-russia/
📰Today's news roundup is a headline rollercoaster...
💬 From Tusk and Zelenskyy's meeting in Poland, to the French woman who got scammed by a Brad Pitt ... Show more
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Quick Glance: AI Scam: French Woman Loses Life Savings to Fraudsters
- A French woman lost €830,000 after being scammed by fraudsters impersonating Brad Pitt.
- Anne acknowledged being deceived and called for assistance in locating the scammers.
- TF1 withdrew a program highlighting her story after it incited harassment against her.
- The incident sparked online discussions, revealing both ridicule and sympathy for Anne, while experts warned about the risks of AI-related scams.
Election campaign debates in Germany: AfD distributes "deportation tickets" - police investigate
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/AfD-verteilt-Abschiebetickets-Polizei-ermittelt-article25489304.html
Zelensky to visit Poland after ‘breakthrough’ agreement on Volyn tragedy exhumations
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-to-visit-poland-after-breakthrough-agreement-on-volyn-tragedy-exhumations/
Musk's social media platform: "Objective exchange made more difficult" - Ministry of Defense and Bundeswehr leave X
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article255136168/Musks-Social-Media-Plattform-Sachlicher-Austausch-erschwert-Verteidigungsministerium-und-Bundeswehr-verlassen-X.html
Ukraine Targets 'Strategic Sites' With Drone Attacks In Russia : Ukraine launched a massive attack on targets inside Russian territory on January 14 ...
rferl.org/a/ukrainian-official-drone-attacks-targeted-russia-strategic-sites-/33275220.html
Quick Glance: US Imposes New Sanctions on Russia's Oil Sector
- The Biden administration has imposed sanctions on two major Russian oil producers and over 100 tankers to reduce Russia's ability to finance the Ukraine war.
- These measures aim to drain billions of dollars monthly from the Kremlin and increase the costs of the war.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskiy expressed gratitude for US and UK support, anticipating that the sanctions will cut Russian oil revenues.
- However, the effectiveness of these sanctions depends on whether countries like China, India, and Turkey will stop purchasing Russian oil.
Polish president insists Ukraine should be invited to join NATO now: Polish President Andrzej Duda has called on NATO member states to invite Ukraine to join the ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/15/7493735/
‘Absolutely unacceptable’ — Appointment of Ukrainian judge who visited occupied Crimea, Russia triggers criticism
kyivindependent.com/appointment-of-judge-who-visited-occupied-crimea-russia-triggers-criticism/
AfD and BSW on Markus Lanz: "Of course Putin is a war criminal, but ...": In view of possible negotiations between Trump and Putin, the war in Ukraine is the ...
n-tv.de/politik/Natuerlich-ist-Putin-ein-Kriegsverbrecher-aber--article25489193.html
Kyiv residents rush to the metro as Russia intensifies its air assault on Ukraine
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"Determined and fearless": Ukrainians warn against underestimating North Korean troops
n-tv.de/politik/Ukrainer-warnen-vor-Unterschaetzung-nordkoreanischer-Truppen-article25488938.html
As Another Indian Is Killed in Ukraine War, India ‘Strongly’ Raises Issue With Russia
thewire.in/diplomacy/india-strongly-raises-with-russia-national-killed-in-ukraine-war
Losses due to friendly fire: Putin's troops probably destroy North Korean missile launcher in Kursk
fr.de/politik/verluste-durch-friendly-fire-putin-truppen-zerstoert-wohl-nordkoreanischen-raketenwerfer-in-kursk-93516138.html
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy has invited Robert Fico for face-to-face talks in Kyiv, effectively rejecting a proposal put forward by the Slovak prime ... Show more
Russia: Is Putin's empire still a great power?: In terms of financial and economic power, Russia's claim to be a great power is misplaced ...
berliner-zeitung.de/open-source/russland-ist-putins-reich-ueberhaupt-noch-eine-grossmacht-li.2274854
War in Ukraine: "Take cover" - energy authority switches off power after nationwide air alert
welt.de/politik/ausland/article255131162/Krieg-in-der-Ukraine-Gehen-Sie-in-Deckung-Energiebehoerde-schaltet-nach-landesweitem-Luftalarm-Strom-ab.html
Kyiv Brings Home 25 POWs, Including Wounded, in 1st Exchange of 2025: Ukraine brings home 25 prisoners, including wounded soldiers and civilians ...
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