On January 13, the European Commission stated its potential willingness to engage in talks with Russia about ending the war, emphasizing that currently there are no signals from Putin about taking part in such negotiations. Commission spokesperson Paula Pinyu confirmed the EU’s desire for peace in Ukraine, but stressed that talks are only possible pending real changes in Russia’s position.
Last night, Russia launched a massive attack on Ukrainian territory: 18 ballistic and anti-aircraft missiles, 7 cruise missiles, and nearly 300 attack drones were used. The attacks damaged energy infrastructure in Kyiv, the Kharkiv region, the Zaporizhzhia region, and Odesa; civilian casualties and destruction of infrastructure such as homes, health institutions, and other facilities were reported.
In response, Ukrainian air defense forces destroyed or suppressed most of the missiles and drones. Reports also mention Ukrainian drone strikes on an aircraft manufacturing company in the Russian city of Taganrog.
The report also covers Venezuela’s political situation, potential US sanctions and actions regarding Iran, and a proposed US bill to make Greenland a state. The article emphasizes Iran’s military cooperation with Russia and discusses the possibility of fresh US tariffs and military measures in response to alleged human rights abuses in Iran.
The review also mentions investment contracts in Ukraine’s lithium extraction sector with Western companies, underscores the issue of transparency in investments, and examines the influence of foreign capital on the Ukrainian economy.
Taken together, these events shape the current international and political context facing Ukraine amidst the ongoing war and the search for avenues to peace.
