Kyiv, which recently endured severe power shortages, is forecast to enter a brutally cold stretch of winter weather.

President Donald Trump runs hot and cold in his relationship with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin — often at the same time

The U.S.-led push to end Russia’s nearly 4-year-old war in Ukraine gained momentum late last year and is moving ahead in 2026, with leaders, diplomats and envoys traveling to a flurry of meetings to discuss a potential deal.

Ukrainian, US and Russian negotiators held talks in the UAE in the first known meeting to be attended by all three countries since the war began.

More war is most likely, but mounting strains this year could weaken Kyiv’s or Moscow’s hand.

DAVOS, Switzerland – BlackRock, the world’s largest money manager, has recently been in talks with various governments about potential investment opportunities in Ukraine – despite the war with Russia that shows no sign of ending anytime soon,