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Ukraine’s International Reserves Jump Over 30% to Record $57.3B in 2025
Ukraine’s central bank reported record foreign reserves of $57.3B in December 2025, boosted by strong inflows from partners including the EU and World Bank, helping stabilize the currency market.
Jan. 7, 2026
Europe
Not NATO, Not Minsk: Europe’s New Security Plan for Ukraine
In this analytical explainer, we break down the Declaration of Paris, announced by European leaders with US backing, and examine what it actually offers Ukraine — and what it does not.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
Russia ‘Deliberately Slowing Down’ POW Swaps, Zelensky Says
Responding to a Kyiv Post question, Zelensky said Russia is deliberately blocking POW exchanges to pressure Ukraine, while Budanov will continue overseeing swaps despite his new role.
Jan. 7, 2026
Russia
Chechnya's Kadyrov Appoints 20-Year-Old Son as Acting Deputy Prime Minister
Chechen strongman Ramzan Kadyrov has had a habit of promoting his family members – particularly his children – to official posts in his Caucasian enclave.
Jan. 7, 2026
EU
Czech PM Backs Ukraine Ammunition Initiative – But Only if Others Pay
Prague will keep coordinating artillery supplies for Ukraine, but PM Babiš insists the effort must be funded abroad, and exclude Czech troops from any peace mission.
Jan. 7, 2026
Russia
Ukraine’s Intel Says HUR Unit Carried Out Deep Raid Behind Russian Lines in Zaporizhzhia
Ukraine’s intel says its unit carried out a deep raid behind Russian lines in Zaporizhzhia, killing two troops, capturing two others, and exposing gaps in enemy defenses.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
US Moves to Seize Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker as Russia Watches
The vessel, originally Bella‑1 and now renamed Marinera under a Russian flag, had slipped past a US maritime “blockade” of sanctioned tankers last month by dramatically changing course and reflagging.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
ANALYSIS: Fiona Hill’s 2019 Remarks on Russia – Venezuela Deal Gain New Relevance
Hill’s testimony about a proposed Russia-Venezuela-Ukraine trade is resurfacing as Washington’s move against Maduro sharpens debate over spheres of influence and the erosion of a rules-based order.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
Ukraine Continues Peace Talks in France, Another US Meeting Expected
Zelensky said that Ukrainian and US envoys – meeting for the third time in two days – are set to address the most sensitive issues, including territorial disputes and the Zaporizhzhia NPP.
Jan. 7, 2026
Ukraine
Syrsky: Ukraine’s Drones Killing Russian Troops Faster Than Kremlin Can Recruit New Ones
Top Ukrainian officers think the attrition war against Russia may have hit a tipping point.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
Budanov Says Paris Talks Delivered ‘Concrete Results’ on Ukraine’s Security Guarantees
Budanov said Paris talks delivered concrete results on peace and security guarantees for Ukraine, stressing that key details remain confidential but national interests will be protected.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
Ex-CIA Agent Convicted of Spying for Soviets Dies in Prison
Aldrich Ames had been head of the Soviet branch in the CIA’s counterintelligence group, and gave the Kremlin the names of dozens of Russians who were spying for the United States.
Jan. 7, 2026
Russia
‘A Monster, a Fascist’: Intercept Shows Russians Panicking Over Budanov’s Appointment
An intercepted call shows a Russian woman panicking over Kyrylo Budanov’s appointment, calling him a “fascist” and exposing growing fear in Russia’s border regions.
Jan. 7, 2026
Ukraine
Poland: End of Special Law on Aid to Ukraine Is Approaching
The law in force since 2022 regulating aid to Ukraine and social support for Ukrainians in Poland will not be extended. But it does not mean aid will end.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
Russia Sends Reinforcements to Guard Oil Tanker Being Pursued by US Navy
The American Coast Guard attempted to seize the Bella 1, an ageing oil tanker believed to be part of the so-called “shadow fleet,” last month.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Arrives in Cyprus as Country Takes Over EU Council Presidency
The trip follows high-stakes talks in France, where Zelensky met with key allies to finalize what officials called “robust” security guarantees for Ukraine as part of a potential peace deal.
Jan. 7, 2026
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