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    'Putin afraid of negotiations' — Zelensky hits back after Kremlin leader labels him 'illegitimate'

    'Putin afraid of negotiations' — Zelensky hits back after Kremlin leader labels him 'illegitimate'

    President Volodymyr Zelensky on Jan. 28 accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of deliberately prolonging the war and avoiding peace negotiations.

    “Today, Putin once again proved that he is afraid of negotiations, afraid of strong leaders, and …

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    Defense Minister Umerov under investigation for possible abuse of power, office position, media reports

    Defense Minister Umerov under investigation for possible abuse of power, office position, media reports

    The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) has launched a criminal investigation into the potential abuse of power, as well as office position by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reported on Jan. 28, citing NABU’s …

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    Ukraine war latest: Putin claims Zelensky doesn't have a right to sign any potential peace deal

    Ukraine war latest: Putin claims Zelensky doesn't have a right to sign any potential peace deal

    Key developments on Jan. 28:

    • Putin claims Zelensky doesn’t have a right to sign any potential peace deal
    • ‘Pure propaganda’ — Kharkiv Oblast governor denies Russian claims of capturing Dvorichna
    • Italian parliament extends military …

    225th Assault Battalion has expanded to a regiment

    The third assault battalion to a regiment recently expanded, it is.

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    Putin claims Zelensky doesn't have a right to sign any potential peace deal

    Putin claims Zelensky doesn't have a right to sign any potential peace deal

    Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his claim that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is “illegitimate” and said that he has no right to sign any documents in potential peace negotiations, according to an interview with …

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    What Trump's first week in office says about his stance on Ukraine

    What Trump's first week in office says about his stance on Ukraine

    For those with a vested interest in Ukraine, U.S. President Donald Trump’s first week in office was a bit of a rollercoaster.

    His inauguration speech on Jan. 21 made no explicit mention of Ukraine or Russia’s full-scale invasion, prompting …

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    Italian parliament extends military support for Ukraine through 2025

    Italian parliament extends military support for Ukraine through 2025

    The Italian parliament’s lower house on Jan. 28 approved the prolongation of military support for Ukraine until Dec. 31, 2025, the Italian news agency ANSA reported.

    Earlier, the Italian Senate approved the measure with 192 votes in favor and …

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    SBU says it dismantled Russian spy network targeting F-16 jets

    SBU says it dismantled Russian spy network targeting F-16 jets

    Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) reported on Jan. 28 that it had dismantled a Russian spy network tasked with gathering intelligence on Ukrainian aircraft for strikes on aviation infrastructure.

    The operation, conducted near a military airfield, …

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    Ukraine Reforms Tracker Weekly — Issue 11

    Ukraine Reforms Tracker Weekly — Issue 11

    Editor’s note: This is issue 11 of Ukrainian lawmaker Yaroslav Zhelezniak’s weekly “Ukraine Reforms Tracker” covering events from Jan. 13–19, 2025. This newsletter was until recently titled “Ukrainian Economy in Brief." The digest …

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    NATO official ties assassination plot against Rheinmetall CEO to Russian sabotage campaign

    NATO official ties assassination plot against Rheinmetall CEO to Russian sabotage campaign

    Sabotage acts in NATO countries in recent years have included threats to assassinate weapons industry leaders, particularly the German arms maker Rheinmetall’s CEO Armin Papperger, NATO’s Deputy Assistant Secretary-General James …

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    NEWSFLASH: Trump foreign aid freeze blow to Ukraine civil society

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    Since we do not receive any U.S. government funds, we are already brainstorming ways to help our journalism peers in Ukraine affected by the …

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NATO strengthens Baltic Sea security amid concerns over Russian sabotage

In a recent press conference in Berlin, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed deep concern over ongoing damage to underwater cables in the Baltic Sea.

"The latest incident involving an underwater cable in the Baltic Sea highlights the threat posed …

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Russian oil sales to China and India stall as sanctions increase costs, Reuters reports

Russian oil sales to China and India stall as sanctions increase costs, Reuters reports

Trade for March-loading Russian oil in China and India has stalled due to soaring shipping costs triggered by U.S. sanctions introduced on Jan. 10, Reuters reported on Jan. 28.

The sanctions target nearly 200 vessels in Russia’s “shadow …

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Germany increases Russian LNG imports via EU channels

Germany continues to play a pivotal role in importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia into the European Union, as highlighted in a report released on Tuesday, January 28, by the German environmental organization Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH). …

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Uzbekistan Airways reroute European flights to avoid Russia, Belarus as 'precaution'

Uzbekistan Airways reroute European flights to avoid Russia, Belarus as 'precaution'

Uzbekistan Airways airliners have changed their routes when flying to Europe to avoid Russian and Belarusian airspace as a “precautionary measure,” the Uzbek news outlet Repost reported on Jan. 28.

The news comes a month after an …

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'Pure propaganda' — Kharkiv Oblast governor denies Russian claims of capturing Dvorichna

'Pure propaganda' — Kharkiv Oblast governor denies Russian claims of capturing Dvorichna

Kharkiv Oblast Governor Oleh Syniehubov on Jan. 28 refuted the Russian Defense Ministry’s claims that Russian forces had captured the village of Dvorichna in the Kupiansk district, emphasizing that fighting in the area is ongoing, Ukrinform …

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Russian physiologist Pavlov’s statue dismantled in central Kyiv

Russian physiologist Pavlov’s statue dismantled in central Kyiv

Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov’s statue was removed from Kyiv’s Pechersk district over symbolizing Russia’s imperial past and Pavlov’s controversial experiments on animals, the Kyiv city administration said on Jan. 27.

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3 key takeaways from Davos from Ukraine’s economy minister

3 key takeaways from Davos from Ukraine’s economy minister

The discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos were a stark reminder of how interconnected the global economy is, and how Ukraine’s stability — or lack thereof — affects us all. From military aid to economic sanctions, the steps we take now …

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Spanish Foreign Minister Albares visits Ukraine to reaffirm support amid war

Spanish Foreign Minister Albares visits Ukraine to reaffirm support amid war

Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares arrived in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv on Jan. 28, reaffirming Spain’s support for Ukraine amid Russia’s full-scale invasion.

“This year will be a year of peace,” Albares …

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EU considering new trade regime with Ukraine, media reports

EU considering new trade regime with Ukraine, media reports

The European Union does not plan to extend the preferential trade agreement framework in its current form past its June 5 expiration date and is considering a new set of rules instead, the Polish news portal RMF24 reported on Jan. 28.

While the …

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Government dismisses Deputy Defense Minister Klimenkov amid procurement tensions

Government dismisses Deputy Defense Minister Klimenkov amid procurement tensions

Ukraine’s government has confirmed the dismissal of Dmytro Klimenkov from his position as deputy defense minister, said Taras Melnychuk, the government’s parliamentary representative, on Jan. 28.

The decision follows ongoing tensions …

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Swedish police detain man for trying to drive car into Russian Embassy grounds

Swedish police detain man for trying to drive car into Russian Embassy grounds

A man attempted to drive a passenger car through the gates of Russia’s Embassy in Sweden on Jan. 28, the Swedish television channel SVT Nyheter reported.

Shortly after the Embassy’s notice, the Swedish police arrived at the scene and detained the …

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Davos heard Ukraine’s call, but will Europe seize the opportunity?

Davos heard Ukraine’s call, but will Europe seize the opportunity?

“We’re at yet another turning point,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told global leaders in Davos last week, “which some see as a problem for Europe, but others call a chance. Europe must establish itself as a strong global player, as an …

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Trump’s Russia sanctions might be what finally works

Trump’s Russia sanctions might be what finally works

Just one week into his presidency, U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at his approach to U.S. sanctions on Russia. On Truth Social last week, he called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to “settle now and STOP this ridiculous War! IT’S ONLY …

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Germany ramps up Russian LNG imports via EU ports, report says

Germany ramps up Russian LNG imports via EU ports, report says

Germany’s imports of Russian liquified natural gas (LNG) via other EU countries continue to rise despite restrictions on direct shipments, the Financial Times wrote on Jan. 28, citing a report by Belgian, German, and Ukrainian NGOs.

Following …