Ahead of Russia-Ukraine-US talks: Kremlin lays down ‘very important condition’ — what is it January 23, 2026 at 12:58AM

Russia reiterated its demand for Ukrainian forces to withdraw from Donbas ahead of trilateral talks in the UAE. Despite increased diplomatic efforts, both nations remain divided over territorial control, with Russia currently occupying 20% of Ukraine. The ongoing conflict saw Russian drone attacks kill four people overnight in eastern Ukraine.