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Senator Marco Rubio, who was appointed Secretary of State by Donald Trump, stated that it is unrealistic to believe that Ukraine can drive Russian forces out of its territory. Therefore, Kyiv will have to make concessions just as Moscow will.

The future U.S. Secretary of State believes Ukraine and Russia must make concessions to end the war.

During any potential negotiations with the newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin will insist that Ukraine be recognized as a neutral state and that the occupied territories remain under Russian control.

Putin will demand during negotiations with Trump that Ukraine never joins NATO, according to Bloomberg.

Russia has once again launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine. Twenty-four Ukrainian prisoners of war and one civilian have returned home. The Verkhovna Rada has voted to extend martial law. Here are the key news highlights from January 15th.

Ukraine's shelling, the return of prisoners, and the extension of martial law: key highlights from January 15.

In the streets of Kyiv, over a thousand abandoned vehicles have been counted. Most of these cars were damaged due to Russian shelling. Plans are now in place to remove the vehicles.

Damaged vehicles from shelling will be removed from the streets of Kyiv.

During the recent prisoner exchange, a soldier from the 12th Brigade of the National Guard "Azov" was returned to Ukraine in critical condition.

During the recent prisoner exchange, a fighter from Azov was released. He is in extremely critical condition.

In his farewell address to the American people, President Joe Biden emphasized his support for Ukraine and the strengthening of NATO.

Ukraine remains free: In his farewell speech, Biden referenced the ongoing war.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has arrived in Kyiv for an unannounced visit to meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky. They are set to sign a partnership agreement that will specifically address defense matters.

The UK Prime Minister has arrived in Kyiv to discuss security partnership ahead of Trump's inauguration, according to reports.

On the night of January 16, drones targeted the Tambov region in Russia. They were headed towards a munitions factory that produces goods for the Russian military.

Drones targeted the Tambov region of Russia, with explosions reported near a munitions factory.

On the night of January 16, Russian forces launched an attack on Ukraine using 55 strike drones of the Shahed type, along with various types of decoy drones. A total of 34 of these drones were intercepted, while several others did not reach their intended targets.

Thirty-four drones were shot down over Ukraine, and the debris caused damage to the energy infrastructure.

In the temporarily occupied Sevastopol, a military court has sentenced an officer of the Russian air defense forces who mistakenly shot down a Russian army helicopter in 2023.

In Crimea, the occupier was condemned for the Russian air defense shooting down its own Mi-8 helicopter, resulting in the death of the crew.

The State Emergency Service denies reports that 50% of its employees will be mobilized.

The State Emergency Service denied reports of mobilizing half of its employees.

Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced that all necessary preparations for a supplementary aid package of 3 billion euros for Ukraine have been completed, but discussions within the German government are still ongoing.

Pistorius explained why the €3 billion aid package for Ukraine hasn't been approved yet: It's a matter of funding that is not yet available.

One of the captured North Korean fighters, who was fighting against Ukraine in the Kursk region, claims that his unit did not take any members of the Armed Forces prisoner.

A North Korean military official revealed whether their troops captured Ukrainians, stating that Russian forces had trained them for this purpose.

The South Korean government plans to discuss with Ukraine the possibility of transferring North Korean soldiers who have been captured and are currently in Ukrainian custody.

South Korea may rescue North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine, according to the country's Foreign Ministry.

The U.S. Secretary of Defense candidate, Pete Hegseth, stated that he wants the war to conclude in a manner that benefits the Ukrainians.

Trump's defense secretary candidate addressed whether the U.S. would abandon Ukraine.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has instructed the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine following reports about the transfer of servicemen to infantry units.

Zelensky responded to news about the transfer from the Air Force, instructing not to reduce the number of specialists involved.

Starting in January 2025, military personnel will be able to receive electronic referrals for military medical commissions through the "Reserve+" app.

Electronic referrals for the military medical commission will be available in "Reserve+" starting January.

Drones from the Defense Forces targeted several regions in Russia, delivering a significant strike on military facilities. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine announced the transfer of several personnel to infantry roles, to which the General Staff responded. German Defense Minister Pistorius arrived in Kyiv for an unannounced visit. Here are the key headlines from January 14th.

Military transfers from the Air Force and a large-scale attack on Russia: key highlights from January 14.

On the morning of January 15, Russian forces launched a massive strike against Ukraine using cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and drones.

Russia is launching massive attacks on Ukraine with missiles and drones, leading to emergency power outages in several regions.

U.S. President Joe Biden reflected on his visit to Kyiv in 2023 and shared his concerns regarding the Secret Service's apprehensions about the trip.

Biden explained why the Secret Service had concerns during his visit to Kyiv in 2023.

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Russian forces attempted to target Ukraine's energy and gas infrastructure. In total, they launched over 40 missiles and 70 drones.

Over 40 missiles and 70 drones struck Ukraine, targeting gas facilities and energy infrastructure, according to Zelensky.

Occupants opened fire on the city of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region. Reports indicate that three people have been injured.

Russian forces shelled Kramatorsk, leaving several injured, including a child.

The head of Ukraine's State Protection Department, Alexey Morozov, stated that there is no information regarding any assassination plot against President Volodymyr Zelensky. A comprehensive set of measures is being implemented to ensure his safety.

The Security Service of Ukraine shared details on how they protect Zelensky from assassination attempts.

Law enforcement officials thwarted a terrorist attack at a railway station in Dnipro. Investigations revealed that agents from the Russian FSB were attempting to detonate a fuel tank.

In Dnipro, Russian agents planted explosives at a train station. The attack was thwarted, and the perpetrators were apprehended.

Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has delivered the first of 54 new RCH 155 wheeled howitzers to Ukraine, aimed at strengthening the country's artillery capabilities.

Germany has delivered the first of nearly fifty ordered RCH 155 howitzers to Ukraine.

The Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada proposes to reinstate penalties for suppliers who have delayed weapon deliveries to the front or have provided arms of inadequate quality.

The Rada will reinstate fines for unscrupulous arms suppliers, according to Pidlas.

The United Kingdom will fund Ukraine's production of air defense systems and long-range weapons.

The UK will fund the production of air defense systems and long-range weapons in Ukraine, according to Umerov.

Ukraine has halted the extraction of coking coal at a mine near Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region due to the proximity of Russian troops.

The coal mine in Pokrovsk halted production due to Russia's advances, according to Reuters.