On January 15, Lerek Klychok highlighted the main news of the day. Former US President Donald Trump blamed the lack of a peace deal on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, stating that Russia is ready for an agreement while Ukraine is not. Trump also commented on a possible meeting with Zelensky at the Davos Economic Forum, though he has no fixed plans.
Ukraine has declared a nationwide energy emergency. President Zelensky announced the creation of a crisis headquarters in Kyiv and an increase in resilience points. New Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal will coordinate the response. The government is considering cancelling curfews in certain areas.
A new public dispute erupted between Zelensky and Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko regarding the city's readiness for blackouts. Klitschko accused Zelensky of devaluing the work of municipal services, amid a very challenging situation with heat and power supply in the capital.
Last night, Ukraine’s air defenses intercepted 61 drones out of 82 used by the enemy. Attacks hit 13 locations, including Kyiv and Lviv.
Internationally, NATO and some European countries have started deploying troops to Greenland. Germany and France are sending small advance detachments. The operation, coordinated via Denmark rather than official NATO channels, also includes Swedish military training support.
Reports emerged about the US possibly launching a military operation in Iran within 24 hours. Iran has enacted air defense precautions and closed its airspace, while the US has begun evacuating some military bases in the region. Trump's statements have been contradictory, though he claims to have received information that executions in Iran have ended.
China continues to show export growth despite Western tariffs. Meanwhile, IMF head Kristalina Georgieva paid an unofficial visit to Kyiv to review Ukraine's reforms and 2026 budget. There is a focus on tax reform and the need for external financial support.
The news highlights the complexity of both international and domestic political situations for Ukraine and underscores the importance of global support.
