Ukraiń preparation for high level security talks with Western partners. President Zelensky announces meetings with advisors from the Coalition of the Willing, led by the UK and France, on Jan. 3. Zelensky has returned from a meeting with Trump and emphasizes the importance of such meetings. Putin claims Ukraine tried to assassinate him, but Zelensky denies it, saying Russia is trying to undermine peace negotiations. Russia has increased attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, causing strain on Kyiv and Odesa regions.
