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War in Ukraine
Most Ukrainians Doubt Peace Talks With Russia Will End the War, Poll Shows
Nearly 70% of Ukrainians doubt talks with Russia will bring lasting peace, and 57% expect Moscow to attack again even if the war is frozen, a new nationwide poll shows.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Welcomes Calls by Some European States to Resume Dialogue
Dialogue between the EU and Russia has been virtually frozen since Moscow launched its full-scale offensive on Ukraine in 2022, with the bloc imposing huge sanctions on Russia.
Jan. 16, 2026
Ukraine
Anti-Corruption Court Sets $760,000 Bail for Tymoshenko, Imposes Travel Ban in Vote-Bribery Case
Yulia Tymoshenko, leader of the Batkivshchyna parliamentary faction, is accused of bribing lawmakers from other factions to secure votes, a charge she denies.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s Energy System Strained as Russian Attacks Hit Every Power Plant – Shmyhal
Over the past year, Russia has carried out 612 deliberate attacks on the energy sector, and the bombardment shows no sign of slowing, the minister said.
Jan. 16, 2026
US
France Becomes Main Intel Provider for Kyiv, Macron Says
The French president told the military that Paris has replaced Washington as the main intelligence provider, delivering two-thirds of the capabilities previously offered by the US.
Jan. 16, 2026
Odesa
Ukraine Arrests Russian Agents Accused of Plotting Drone Attacks in Odesa
Ukraine’s security service said it arrested two alleged Russian intelligence agents in Odesa who were preparing explosive drone attacks on Ukrainian military targets from inside the city.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Eases Curfew Rules During Energy Emergency
Under the new rules, civilians may move during curfew hours – from midnight to 5 a.m. – but only to reach Points of Invincibility. Curfews remain in force and are not being lifted more broadly.
Jan. 16, 2026
Russia
Surveillance, Harassment and Bribes: Everyday Life for Migrants in Russia
Pressure on the estimated 6.5 million foreign citizens in Russia – mostly labour migrants from Central Asia who work in low-skilled jobs – is ramping up from all sides
Jan. 16, 2026
Energy
UK Commits £20M to Shore Up Ukraine’s Energy Grid as Winter Deepens
The funding, announced by the UK government, comes as London and Kyiv mark the first anniversary of their landmark 100-year partnership, celebrated Friday in the Ukrainian capital.
Jan. 16, 2026
Business
Estonia’s Iute Group Signs Deal to Buy Ukraine’s Bridge Bank Built on RWS Bank Assets
Estonia’s Iute Group has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Iute Bank, a bridge bank created using assets of the failed RWS Bank, heralding a rare foreign banking entry into Ukraine during war.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
War in Ukraine Longer Than German-Soviet War
Putin’s ‘special military operation’ against its neighbour, which began on 24 February 2022, has now lasted longer than the ‘Great Patriotic War’ - this is how the German-Soviet War during WWII.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, January 15, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on January 15, 2025
Jan. 16, 2026
US Slaps Sanctions on Iranian Officials Amid Crackdown, Signals Global Pressure
Washington moves against Iran’s shadow banks and protest enforcers, singling out top official Ali Larijani, while White House signals grave consequences as Middle East mediates.
Jan. 16, 2026
Ukraine
Putin’s Global Attrition: How Russia Is Losing Friends, Allies, Credibility
From Latin America to the Sahel, experts say Moscow’s muted interventions and unkept promises are eroding its influence – and even loyal partners are reconsidering ties.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: ‘Shortfall Blew Past Expectations’ – Russian Oil-and-Gas Revenue Hits Lowest Since 2020
Sanctions aside, the biggest foes of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin are the cost of oil per barrel and the value of the ruble itself.
Jan. 16, 2026
Russia
‘Pressure, Not Patience’ – US Lawmakers Urge Trump Administration to Sink Putin’s ‘Shadow Fleet’
Bipartisan Helsinki Commission leaders press the administration to match EU action against Russia’s oil-smuggling armada, arguing the ships bankroll the war and threaten global security.
Jan. 16, 2026
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