Fire at a Turkish resort and Zelenskyy's visit to Davos - Tuesday brief
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A severe fire broke out in a hotel in the Turkish ski resort of Kartalkaya, dozens of people are known to have died. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a special address at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Read more about what happened on Tuesday, January 21.
Fire at ski resort in Türkiye: Death toll rises to 66
A severe fire broke out at a hotel in the Turkish ski resort of Kartalkaya. According to the latest reports, 66 people are reported to have died.
"We declare that we have lost 66 lives so far. We express our condolences to the families of our citizens who have died. I wish our citizens who are receiving treatment a speedy recovery," Turkish Minister of the Interior, Ali Yerlikaya said.
Zelenskyy outlines Ukraine's strategy on the path to peace
"The strategy is that we must approach any diplomacy that will lead, I am confident, to the end of the war. The question is, what will it look like?" stated Zelenskyy.
He clarified that if the diplomacy is strong, then as a result of negotiations, Ukraine will receive solid security guarantees that will prevent a repeat attack by Russian President Vladimir Putin. A strong diplomacy will also lead to a sustainable, just, and strong peace for Ukraine and Europe.
Trump suspends US financial aid to other countries
US President Donald Trump has signed an order suspending all foreign aid programs for 90 days. During this time, a review will be conducted to determine whether these programs meet the country's political goals.
It is not entirely clear how much aid will be terminated by this order, as Congress has already approved funding for many programs, which should be allocated if funds are not lost.
Trump claims Zelenskyy is open to deal as Russia faces major challenges
During his time in the Oval Office, Trump signed a series of executive orders and answered journalists' questions. Among other topics, he was asked about the war in Ukraine.
In response, Trump said that "Zelenskyy wants to reach an agreement." The US President expressed hope that Putin would also be ready for negotiations, noting that "he is destroying Russia by not making a deal."
"I think Russia has big problems. Just look at inflation in Russia... I would hope he wants to make a deal," Trump added.
Israel offers to hand over Russian weapons seized by IDF to Ukraine
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has proposed transferring the Russian-made weapons seized by the IDF to Ukraine. The Ukrainian side is hoping for a positive decision.
Russia starts using new KUB-2 drone: Defense Express reveals its characteristics
Russian Kalashnikov concern has started supplying its new kamikaze drones KUB-2 to the enemy army. Notably, it features a larger warhead compared to the Lancet.
New US Secretary of State comments on ending war in Ukraine
"It's an official policy of the US that we want it (the war - ed.) to end. This conflict has been incredibly destructive. Ukraine is paying the biggest price of all to its energy infrastructure, to its people, and lives they have lost... We are going to engage in making it end in a way that is sustainable. We want to bring stability," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
Canada ready to punch back if Trump imposes tariffs on imports
"We know that if the United States is going to see an increase in jobs, manufacturing and economic growth, they’re going to require more energy, more inputs, everything from lumber and concrete to steel and aluminum to critical minerals that are the essential ingredients in the economy of the future,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said.
Ukraine and Albania sign agreement on long-term cooperation and support
Albania provides military and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and will continue to support it throughout the ten-year term of the document. In particular, Albania will contribute to the coalition of fighter jets by providing language training for Ukrainian pilots and technical staff.
