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Cold Weather Halts Ukraine Operations Amid Ongoing Talks

1/25/2026

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Gert Kaju of Estonia's Ministry of Defense says cold weather reduced military operations in Ukraine.
Russia exaggerates military successes while launching drone and missile strikes on critical infrastructure, causing civilian casualties and power outages.
Ukraine's air defenses have improved, limiting damage.
Abu Dhabi trilateral talks among Ukraine, Russia, and the United States concluded positively.
The talks remain unresolved on territorial disputes, and the next round is set for February 1.

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Gert Kaju of Estonia's Ministry of Defense says cold weather reduced military operations in Ukraine.
Russia exaggerates military successes while launching drone and missile strikes on critical infrastructure, causing civilian casualties and power outages.
Ukraine's air defenses have improved, limiting damage.
Abu Dhabi trilateral talks among Ukraine, Russia, and the United States concluded positively.
The talks remain unresolved on territorial disputes, and the next round is set for February 1.