The EU agrees to help Ukraine financially without Russian assets

The White House recently posted a cartoon on social media depicting Greenlandic mush teams, which has drawn criticism for its association with neo-Nazi and white supremacist imagery. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the use of racially charged language by the Trump administration.

Yulia Tymoshenko, Ukraine's former Prime Minister, has been accused of bribery by anti-corruption investigators, who allege she orchestrated a scheme involving members of parliament, including those from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's party. This accusation adds to the ongoing scrutiny of political figures in Ukraine amid a backdrop of corruption investigations.

The US government announced a blanket suspension of immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Russia, Iran, Brazil, Egypt, Thailand, Nigeria, and Somalia. This suspension will take effect on January 21, with no specified end date.

The Trump administration has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for individuals from 75 countries, including Brazil, Iran, Russia, and Somalia, effective January 21. This decision is part of a broader effort to limit legal immigration pathways to the United States, targeting applicants deemed likely to become a public charge reliant on government benefits.

The French government successfully navigated two no-confidence votes from hard left and far right parties, which criticized its handling of the EU-Mercosur trade deal approved last week. French farmers have expressed concerns that the deal will undermine local agriculture by introducing cheaper imports from South America.

The U.S. State Department has announced the suspension of visa processing for nationals from 75 countries, including Russia and Somalia, citing concerns that these individuals may require public assistance while residing in the United States. This decision is part of a broader immigration policy shift under the Trump administration.

The UK Foreign Secretary has announced plans to implement more assertive actions against Russia's shadow fleet, which includes oil tankers evading sanctions. This move aims to tighten control over these vessels and curb their operations in international waters.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that Moscow is open to further contact with envoys of former President Donald Trump, coinciding with reports of planned visits by senior US negotiators to Russia. This development suggests a willingness to engage in dialogue amidst ongoing tensions between the two nations.