Ukrainian developers have unveiled the Bullet, a jet powered interceptor drone designed to take down Shaheds, helicopters, and other low-speed aerial threats. It can hit speeds up to 450 km/h, fast enough to outrun a Shahed drone.

In a forests in the Donetsk region, Ukraine’s 8th SSO Regiment spotted and engaged Russian forces. After discovering an abandoned position with gear, a generator, and a hidden bunker, they encountered movement and opened fire, eliminating one Russian soldier while the rest fled.

Putin made it clear he’s not backing down on Ukraine. In a speech, he said Russia will take “historic lands” by force if needed, ignoring Trump’s push for a deal. While the US tries to pressure Kyiv into concessions, Europe is focused on real security guarantees. Peace talks are still going nowhere.

WP claims that Russia is telling the U.S. to take frozen Russian assets from the EU and hand them back to Moscow in exchange for a “share,” arguing the White House should help Russia reclaim the funds. They assert that if the EU doesn’t return the assets, the U.S. will do it instead. I bet Witkoff will likely find this acceptable if he (and Kushner) become part of that deal.

🇪🇺 The EU is preparing its 20th sanctions package against Russia, aiming to adopt it by February 24, 2026, the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a senior EU diplomat told Suspilne. The European Commission is drafting the package, with presentation expected in January.

The US Senate has approved an $800M defense budget for Ukraine under the NDAA, covering support through 2026–2027 to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities. Drip in the ocean.

🇪🇺🇺🇦 President Zelensky will attend the EU leaders’ summit in Brussels on Thursday, Bloomberg reports, as Ukraine seeks support for a vital €90 billion credit backed by frozen Russian assets. Belgium has resisted the use of frozen Russian central bank assets, seeking legal and financial guarantees before approval. The EU plan would use Russian funds to provide Ukraine with €90 billion over two years. If leaders fail to agree, the bloc may have to explore temporary financing options.