Ukraine introduces duty on export of unprocessed stone
Ukraine has introduced an export duty on unprocessed natural stone. The rate will be 300 euros per tonne and will remain in force for 10 years.
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EU concerned over possible direct talks between Trump and Putin
The European Union expresses concern over the possibility of direct negotiations beginning between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin on the issue of Ukraine, excluding European countries from the process
US claims Greenland population wants to join the United States
American research organisation Patriot Polling released survey data showing that 57.3% of Greenlanders support the idea of the island joining the United States
Switzerland promises not to arrest Putin
We have previously reported that Switzerland proposed hosting a meeting between Putin and Trump on its territory.
Zoran Milanovic wins Croatia elections
Zoran Milanovic secured a decisive victory in the second round of Croatia's presidential election, receiving 72.5% of the votes.
Greenland parliament opposes joining the US
All five political parties in the Greenlandic parliament have voiced opposition to Donald Trump's proposal for the island to join the United States.
Ukrainians may be denied residence cards in Poland
One of the key conditions for obtaining a residence card in Poland based on employment is meeting the minimum income requirements.
Russia concerned by US desire to acquire Greenland
The Russian side expressed concern over possible US plans to incorporate Greenland into its territory.
Germany hands over modern self-propelled howitzer to Ukraine
Germany has handed over to Ukraine the first of 54 promised modern self-propelled howitzers (SPH) RCH 155, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence reported.
No demobilisation in the near future
Venislavsky, a member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, noted that even if a law on demobilisation is adopted, mass discharge from military service will not take place in the next three months.
Serbia ready to host Putin-Trump meeting
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has proposed hosting a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Belgrade.
Russian tankers stranded in China
Three Russian tankers carrying over 2 million barrels of oil are stranded in waters off eastern China, Bloomberg reports.
Venezuelan President Wants to Liberate Puerto Rico
Self-proclaimed Venezuelan "President" Nicolás Maduro stated that he plans to invade Puerto Rico alongside Brazilian troops and free it from US influence.
Drugs found in Finnish parliament
Traces of narcotic substances were found in the Finnish parliament after a Christmas party, according to Yle.
Gazprom cuts staff over losses
Gazprom is planning significant staff reductions. The central office workforce is expected to be cut by almost half, from 4,100 to 2,500 employees.
Cyprus intends to join the Schengen area
Cyprus intends to complete preparations for joining the Schengen free movement zone by the end of 2025. The republic is currently analysing the potential benefits of this step
FBI Director resigns over Trump pressure
FBI Director Christopher Wray has decided to leave his post due to political pressure from Donald Trump, CBS News reports.
Russia halts gas transit via Ukraine
Russia has suspended gas transit through Ukraine, cutting off supplies east of Sudzha, according to former Naftogaz head Andriy Kobolev.
Ukraine will live under constant threat of a new invasion
Ukraine will remain under a constant threat of invasion from Russia for the next 50 years, according to Azadbek Kozhyemyako, founder of the 13th National Guard Brigade "Kharta".
Zelensky and his team prepare to change political brand
President Volodymyr Zelensky's team has already decided to drop the "Servant of the People" brand for the next elections, RBC-Ukraine reports.
Scholz does not obstruct weapons deliveries to Ukraine
The German government has denied media reports that Chancellor Olaf Scholz is blocking the allocation of a new aid package to Ukraine worth nearly €3 billion.