Russia-Ukraine War

Poland wants to have 500,000 soldiers, reservists by 2039 amid Russia tensions

Poland wants to have 500,000 soldiers, reservists by 2039 amid Russia tensions

Country plans to spend 5% of GDP on defense in 2026

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Zelenskyy to declare state of emergency for Ukraine’s energy sector
14.01.2026

Zelenskyy to declare state of emergency for Ukraine’s energy sector

President says permanent coordination headquarters to be established to address situation in Kyiv

Lavrov says Russia 'open' to visit by US envoys for Ukrainian settlement
14.01.2026

Lavrov says Russia 'open' to visit by US envoys for Ukrainian settlement

If Witkoff, Kushner show interest in visiting Moscow, it 'will be met with understanding,' foreign minister tells news conference

Russia says 3 killed, 4 injured in Ukraine's overnight drone attack
14.01.2026

Russia says 3 killed, 4 injured in Ukraine's overnight drone attack

Casualties reported from Russian Rostov and Belgorod regions bordering Ukraine

European governments urge EU to appoint negotiator on Ukraine talks: Report
14.01.2026

European governments urge EU to appoint negotiator on Ukraine talks: Report

Possible candidates mentioned include former Italian Premier Mario Draghi, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, though talks remain at early stage

Russia claims to have captured another settlement in eastern Ukraine
14.01.2026

Russia claims to have captured another settlement in eastern Ukraine

Forces capture village of Komarivka in Sumy region, according to Russian Defense Ministry