Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may consider holding a referendum on the peace plan, provided that Russia agrees to a 60-day ceasefire, he said in an interview with the news site Axios.
ConflictsChristmas Day, as usual, attracted many Europeans who didn't shy away from an ice-cold dip - with or without a Santa hat.
WorldTesla has given its humanoid robot an extra boost. The robot Optimus caused long lines when it served popcorn at a Christmas market in Berlin.
BusinessUkraine's chief negotiator Rustem Umyrov announces that new talks are expected on Friday with representatives of the United States and European countries.
WorldUS President Donald Trump is urging Ukraine to "speed up" negotiations on a possible peace deal with Russia ahead of new talks expected in Miami this weekend. Kiev, for its part, wants answers on what Washington's security guarantees mean in practice.
ConflictsItaly joins France in calling for a delay in the EU's major trade deal with the Mercosur countries in Latin America. Brazilian President Lula da Silva responds with a warning – it's now or never.
BusinessThe United States is reportedly preparing a new round of sanctions against Russia's energy sector. The aim is to increase pressure on Moscow if President Putin does not agree to a peace settlement.
World politicsHe is the youngest in the squad and a championship debutant. Nikola Roganovic is therefore expecting a smaller role in the European Championship team – but is aiming for something else. I am not satisfied with being selected, I want to do more, says the 19-year-old.
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