Kremlin Claims Poland Seeks Ukrainian Territories, Criticizes EU and US Stances
Quick Look
- The Kremlin accused Poland of seeking Ukrainian territories and criticized the EU and US for escalating the conflict in Ukraine.
- Russia also commented on space race developments, its nuclear power industry, and the CAS hearing for the Russian Olympic Committee.
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Why It Matters
The Kremlin views Poland as having historical ambitions for Ukrainian territories and criticizes the EU and US for perceived escalation in the Ukraine conflict. Russia also comments on international space competition and its own technological advancements.
Threat of disintegration hangs over Ukraine from Poland seeking its territories — Kremlin
From the point of view of history, there have always been a lot of hotheads in Poland, but also those who seem reasonable enough, who have always been willing to grab Ukrainian territories, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said
China may land on Moon before US does it again — NASA chief
We are very much in a space race right now, and the Chinese are moving at incredible speeds, Jared Isaacman said
More than 1 million people offer prayers for Khamenei at Tehran's main mosque
Taking into account all the Iranians who came to the common prayer, but remained on the streets and squares leading to Mosalla, there were about several million people
Understanding that US cannot decide for others unites world — Medvedev
Any state, both small and huge, will be able to deal with its problems on its own, the deputy chairman of the Russian Security Council said
Kaczynski promises to block Kiev's entry into EU for glorifying Bandera
The leader of the Polish opposition Law and Justice Party called for a boycott of the actions of Donald Tusk's government aimed at Ukraine's accession to the EU on privileged terms
Russian Olympic Committee slams IOC decision as counterproductive, politicized
"Being a member of the international sports movement, the ROC reserves the right to protect its interests, as well as the interests of athletes and organizations of the sovereign country we represent," the statement said
Over 30 Russians to take part in 2024 World Swimming Championship as neutrals
The event will take place in Budapest between December 10 and 15
IN BRIEF: Konstantinovka as key to Kiev’s last stronghold in Donbass
Kiev lost about 13,500 troops in Konstantinovka in an attempt to show alleged successes
Trump plans to contact Putin after meeting with Zelensky in Turkey — Reuters
A source cited by the news agency said that the Russian and US leaders plan to discuss the settlement of the Ukrainian conflict
Russia looks forward to Witkoff and Kushner’s visit — Kremlin
Russia maintains contacts with the United States through existing channels even now, when there have been no visits by the emissaries of the US president, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said
Medvedev praises Konstantinovka’s liberation as crucial to achieving special op goals
According to him, Kiev and its Western sponsors' false rhetoric about the initiative allegedly shifting to the Ukrainian armed forces is only for their own self-preservation and to secure new funding for the war
Rosatom remains world leader in small nuclear power plants — Likhachev
According to CEO, the most advanced technology is the RITM family of reactors for floating and land-based nuclear power plants of different capacities
Putin’s military appearance signals determination to 'finish off neo-Nazi threat' — MFA
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova drew attention to reports by British politician and journalist Jim Ferguson, who described the Russian leader’s appearance in military uniform at the meeting as an intentional signal
CAS to hear Russian Olympic Committee’s appeal against suspension with IOC on Jan. 26
The suspension means that the ROC cannot act as a national Olympic committee or receive financing from the Olympic movement
Medvedev does not rule out creation of community of states subjected to illegal sanctions
Iranian Justice Minister Amin Hossein Rahimi put forward a corresponding initiative several years ago at the St. Petersburg Legal Forum, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman noted
Participants of Tehran rally sure Iran-Russia relations have bright future
This will be very useful for both sides and can help establish a balance of power between East and West, musician and conductor of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra Mohsen Kuhestani Nezhad said
Departure of joint crew to ISS symbolical — Kremlin aide
This is a specific example evidencing that the two powers are interested in closely working together, and in the most different spheres, Yury Ushakov said
Zelensky expected in Moscow as soon as he is ready to make important decisions — Kremlin
Peskov added that Zelensky "can come to Moscow as soon as he is ready to make important and responsible decisions."
Russia's Sukhoi comes up with first designs of 6th-generation fighter — deputy PM
Commander of the Russian Aerospace Forces Viktor Bondarev said earlier that Russia's sixth-generation fighter is being developed in both manned and unmanned versions
Development of small nuclear power plants in US proves correctness of Rosatom's plans
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev congratulated his US colleagues, who have brought their microreactors to physical production for the first time in many decades
Brazil fails to reach World Cup quarterfinals for first time in 36 years
The Brazilians lost 2-1 to Norway in the round of 16
EU, Kiev count on conflict escalation — Kremlin aide
The Russian President noted in the conversation with his US counterpart that Kiev and European capitals proceed from a false perception of the state of affairs on the line of engagement, Yury Ushakov said
Ronaldo says 2026 World Cup might be last in his career
In the round of 16 finals, the Portuguese national team will play against the Spanish team
Poland needs to think about security while producing drones for Ukraine — Kremlin
Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on the "horror stories" about an alleged possible strike on the country's territory discussed in the Western press.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
CAS to hear Russian Olympic Committee's appeal against suspension with IOC.
Very likely · Within days
Trump to contact Putin after meeting with Zelensky.
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What specific evidence does the Kremlin have for Poland's territorial claims?
- Will Poland's stance affect its EU accession support for Ukraine?
- How will the IOC's decision impact future Russian participation in sports?






