The first three-way peace talks between Russia, Ukraine and the US have ended in Abu Dhabi with no apparent breakthrough, as fighting rages.

US Says Decision to Hold Second Round of Talks a Good Step

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine and Russia wrapped up constructive trilateral peace talks with the US in Abu Dhabi, scheduling the next round for February 1 amid ongoing debates over Donbas territory.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Hails 'Constructive' Talks, Next Russia Meet Feb 1

Russia unleashed a massive drone barrage on Kyiv and Kharkiv overnight, with Ukrainian officials reporting 396 drones launched in a "night of terror," killing at least one and injuring several as the two largest cities reeled under relentless assault.



Russia-Ukraine War: 396 Drones Rain on Kyiv, Kharkiv, 1 Dead in Night of Horror

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has said two days of trilateral talks with Russia and the United States in Abu Dhabi have concluded with “constructive” discussions on “possible parameters for ending the war”.

Trilateral Meeting in Abu Dhabi Concludes, Zelensky Calls Talks 'Constructive'

BREAKING: Zelensky Says Talks With Russia Constructive, Further Negotiations

Trilateral peace talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States have resumed in Abu Dhabi. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that Moscow launched over 370 drones and 21 missiles, targeting cities including Kyiv. The talks aim to address conflict resolution and explore diplomatic solutions amid ongoing military assaults

Trilateral Talks Resume in Abu Dhabi as Zelensky Reports Massive Russian Attacks

Russian President Vladimir Putin Warns Russian Troops Will Strike Ukraine Until Peace Deal is Sealed.

Putin Warns Russian Troops Will Strike Ukraine Until Peace Deal Sealed | WION

The United Arab Emirates has hosted trilateral talks on the Ukraine war involving representatives from Russia, Ukraine and the United States, according to reports. The discussions come amid ongoing fighting and diplomatic efforts to explore de-escalation and humanitarian issues.


UAE Hosts Trilateral Talks On Ukraine War Between Russia, Ukraine And US | WION

Iran has sharply criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after his remarks at the World Economic Forum, in which he suggested that the survival of the Iranian regime would embolden aggressors. Tehran’s foreign ministry responded with harsh language, calling Zelensky a “confused clown” and rejecting claims that it needs foreign help to defend itself. Iranian officials insist they will not bow to external pressure and have rejected Western-led calls for intervention or regime change, intensifying diplomatic tension between Tehran and Kyiv as both leaders grapple with regional security challenges.


Iran Slams Zelensky As ‘Clown’ After Ukraine President Warns Regime Empowering Bullies | Gravitas

The U.S., Ukraine, and Russia have launched their first direct peace talks on Ukraine, focusing on Moscow’s demand for control over Donbas under the latest U.S. peace plan. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy highlighted territorial disputes as the main obstacle to reaching an agreement.

US-Ukraine-Russia Talks: Moscow Insists Ukraine Vacate Eastern Donbas Region

U.S., Ukraine and Russia initiate first direct peace talks on Ukraine, centered on Moscow's demand for Donbas control under the latest U.S. peace plan. Zelenskyy flags territorial disputes as the primary hurdle.


First U.S-Ukraine.-Russia Talks: Donbas Demand Stalls Ukraine Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the Davos World Economic Forum on January 22, 2026, expressing optimism that Trump-Putin dialogue could end the Russia-Ukraine war, ahead of trilateral US-Russia-Ukraine talks in the UAE.



Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky-Trump Davos Meet Boosts Ukraine Peace Hopes

It is a bitter winter on the Ukrainian battlefront as strikes continue across the south of Russia. A Ukrainian drone strike has set oil terminal tanks on fire at volna, Russian authorities claiming three dead and eight injured. As fighting continues on the ground, diplomatic efforts are also underway with US, Russia and Ukraine set meet for a two day trilateral in uae over the weekend.

Ukraine Faces Russia's Bitter Winter Assault as Trump Meets Zelensky at Davos

US President Donald Trump described his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as “good” while commenting on the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Trump called the war in Ukraine the “most difficult to end” and shared insights on his diplomatic approach.

Trump Says Meeting with Zelensky “Good” | Ukraine War Most Difficult to End

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are rolling out a revamped air defense model built around small, mobile teams using interceptor drones, as the country braces for new waves of Russian energy strikes, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky deploys mobile fire groups, interceptor drones 

Russian and U.S. envoys held talks in Davos on the future of the Ukraine war, with Moscow’s envoy claiming the discussions were constructive and saying more people now recognise what he called the “fairness” of Russia’s position, while U.S. envoy Witkoff described the two-hour meeting as positive.


Ukraine peace talks: Witkoff calls 2-hour Davos talks with Russian envoy 'positive'  

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are rolling out a revamped air defense model built around small, mobile teams using interceptor drones, as the country braces for new waves of Russian energy strikes, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Military Rolls Out a Revamped Air Defence Model

Russian strikes have caused widespread power outages across Ukraine, forcing authorities to deploy more than 58,000 energy workers to repair damaged infrastructure and restore electricity.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine rolls out interceptor drones to boost air defence 

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia Hits Ukraine’s Power Grid As 58,000 Workers Race To Restore Electricity

Nearly four years after the Russia-Ukraine war began in 2022, it is no longer just a two-nation conflict, fighters are now coming from almost every continent. 
Ukrainian officials say Russia has recruited over 18,000 foreign fighters from at least 37 countries. While more than 15,000 foreigners from over 70 countries are estimated to have joined Ukraine’s war effort. 


Russia-Ukraine is Preferred Conflict for Mercenaries Across World

Moscow claims Ukrainian forces suffered 1,200 troop losses in a single day during intensified fighting across key fronts, marking one of the highest reported daily tolls in the conflict.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Claims Ukraine Lost 1,200 Troops in a Day

A transatlantic trade dispute is escalating after US President Donald Trump warned of new import tariffs on European countries opposing Washington’s push to gain control of Greenland.


Trump vs EU: Trade Clash Brews As Trump Pressures Europe Over Greenland Standoff

Ukraine and the United States have held talks focused on possible paths to peace, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky saying Washington has been fully briefed on the latest battlefield developments.


Ukraine–US Peace Talks: Zelensky Says Washington Briefed On Battlefield Developments 

Ukraine’s military intelligence has warned that Russia is considering strike options against substations supplying Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, raising fears of a dangerous escalation in the war.

The assessment was issued by the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine, which said such attacks could disrupt power supplies critical for nuclear safety. Targeting substations linked to nuclear facilities could significantly increase risks for both Ukraine and neighbouring countries, amid continued Russian strikes on energy infrastructure.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Intelligence Warns Russia May Target Nuclear Power Plant Substations

Russia is considering a renewed campaign of strikes against Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure, specifically targeting electricity transmission substations that ensure the operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants, according to Ukraine's Defense Intelligence.

Ukrainian Intelligence Says Russia is Prepping for Nuclear-Capable Strikes

France is now providing two-thirds of the intelligence supplied to Ukraine by its partners, President Emmanuel Macron said on Jan. 15.

US Intelligence Cut Threats Push Kyiv Towards France

Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missile, used twice against Ukraine in late 2025 and early 2026, has sparked fears across Europe as a potential game-changer in escalation dynamics, with its Mach 10+ speeds and nuclear capability challenging NATO defenses.


Oreshnik Nightmare: Russia's Hypersonic Terror Hits Europe

Amidst the peak winter season, Ukraine is not just facing a war of missiles and drones, but also of darkness, cold, and survival. Kyiv claims that over 600 strikes have been carried out by Russia on its energy sites. And the situation for Ukraine is getting worse, with President Volodymyr Zelensky stating that air defence systems supplied to Ukraine by Western allies had run out of ammunition. 


Ukraine Faces Its Darkest, Coldest Hour as Russia Pounds With Brute Force 

Ukraine’s military is facing a massive manpower crisis as reports emerge of troops deserting frontlines under intense pressure. Analysts warn that this could seriously affect Ukraine’s defense capabilities amid ongoing conflicts.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian Troops Desert Frontlines Amid Massive Military Manpower Crisis

President Trump stated in a Reuters interview on January 14, 2026, that Ukrainian President Zelensky-not Russia's Putin-is obstructing peace negotiations, claiming Putin stands ready to end the nearly four-year conflict. Russia echoed this, asserting Ukraine lacks viable military or diplomatic options amid frontline stalemates and aid fatigue.


Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv admits 200,000 troops missing from frontlines

Russian forces launched over 300 drones and missiles, hitting power plants and substations across Ukraine, exacerbating a national energy emergency declared by President Zelenskyy. Ukrainian counterstrikes reached Rostov Oblast, downing defenses intercepted 25 drones but failing to prevent casualties and blazes at key sites. 


Russia-Ukraine war: Trump says Putin ready for deal, Zelensky more reticent

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