Jan Linkowski
@janlinkowski.bsky.social
🇵🇱🇪🇺🇺🇦 For our freedom and yours. Polish diplomat serving in the United Arab Emirates, formerly in Algeria. Views my own, repost not always an endorsement.
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Zelenskyy has chosen Ukraine’s popular military spymaster as his chief of staff, weeks after the sacking of his powerful predecessor in a corruption scandal triggered the gravest political crisis of the war.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy picks military spymaster to replace top aide
Ukraine’s former head of defence intelligence Kyrylo Budanov to become chief of staff following Andriy Yermak resignation
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January 2, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Zelenskyy has chosen Ukraine’s popular military spymaster as his chief of staff, weeks after the sacking of his powerful predecessor in a corruption scandal triggered the gravest political crisis of the war.
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2025 was another big year for EU trade.
Forging new partnerships that strengthen our economy.
And bring certainty in uncertain times.
We secure the interests of 🇪🇺 industry, farmers and consumers while delivering real benefits for our partners.
That’s Europe’s way of doing business.
Forging new partnerships that strengthen our economy.
And bring certainty in uncertain times.
We secure the interests of 🇪🇺 industry, farmers and consumers while delivering real benefits for our partners.
That’s Europe’s way of doing business.
December 31, 2025 at 2:33 PM
2025 was another big year for EU trade.
Forging new partnerships that strengthen our economy.
And bring certainty in uncertain times.
We secure the interests of 🇪🇺 industry, farmers and consumers while delivering real benefits for our partners.
That’s Europe’s way of doing business.
Forging new partnerships that strengthen our economy.
And bring certainty in uncertain times.
We secure the interests of 🇪🇺 industry, farmers and consumers while delivering real benefits for our partners.
That’s Europe’s way of doing business.
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Speaking from the bottom of my heart, my wish for 2026 is peace. A just and lasting peace for Ukraine.
For nearly four years, the Ukrainian people have shown extraordinary courage under the fire of an unprovoked war.
We wish them and all people across the world peace, well-deserved peace, in 2026.
For nearly four years, the Ukrainian people have shown extraordinary courage under the fire of an unprovoked war.
We wish them and all people across the world peace, well-deserved peace, in 2026.
December 31, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Speaking from the bottom of my heart, my wish for 2026 is peace. A just and lasting peace for Ukraine.
For nearly four years, the Ukrainian people have shown extraordinary courage under the fire of an unprovoked war.
We wish them and all people across the world peace, well-deserved peace, in 2026.
For nearly four years, the Ukrainian people have shown extraordinary courage under the fire of an unprovoked war.
We wish them and all people across the world peace, well-deserved peace, in 2026.
Europe and European leaders deserve much praise. They adapted to unfavourable conditions with resolve and creativeness, from defence to support for Ukraine to free trade agenda. Contrary to its enemies’ propaganda, Europe is still standing.
2025 was a very tough year in world affairs. Brutal wars in Gaza and Ukraine and the forgotten ones like in Sudan and Burma. But a lot of nations and leaders have tried hard to bring just peace closer. This gives us hope for the coming year.
January 1, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Europe and European leaders deserve much praise. They adapted to unfavourable conditions with resolve and creativeness, from defence to support for Ukraine to free trade agenda. Contrary to its enemies’ propaganda, Europe is still standing.
2025 was a very tough year in world affairs. Brutal wars in Gaza and Ukraine and the forgotten ones like in Sudan and Burma. But a lot of nations and leaders have tried hard to bring just peace closer. This gives us hope for the coming year.
January 1, 2026 at 11:58 AM
2025 was a very tough year in world affairs. Brutal wars in Gaza and Ukraine and the forgotten ones like in Sudan and Burma. But a lot of nations and leaders have tried hard to bring just peace closer. This gives us hope for the coming year.
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Felicitaciones and felicitações, Spain and Portugal.
For 40 years, you’ve been part of our Union.
Four decades of sharing your exceptional culture and innovative spirit with us.
Four decades of your countries growing stronger inside the EU.
Congratulations!
For 40 years, you’ve been part of our Union.
Four decades of sharing your exceptional culture and innovative spirit with us.
Four decades of your countries growing stronger inside the EU.
Congratulations!
January 1, 2026 at 11:17 AM
Felicitaciones and felicitações, Spain and Portugal.
For 40 years, you’ve been part of our Union.
Four decades of sharing your exceptional culture and innovative spirit with us.
Four decades of your countries growing stronger inside the EU.
Congratulations!
For 40 years, you’ve been part of our Union.
Four decades of sharing your exceptional culture and innovative spirit with us.
Four decades of your countries growing stronger inside the EU.
Congratulations!
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‼️ How Russia attacked Ukraine on New Year's Eve: a map of the flight of enemy targets.
Main directions: Lutsk, Volyn, Odesa, Konotop, Zatoka. The main target is energy infrastructure.
Main directions: Lutsk, Volyn, Odesa, Konotop, Zatoka. The main target is energy infrastructure.
January 1, 2026 at 10:30 AM
‼️ How Russia attacked Ukraine on New Year's Eve: a map of the flight of enemy targets.
Main directions: Lutsk, Volyn, Odesa, Konotop, Zatoka. The main target is energy infrastructure.
Main directions: Lutsk, Volyn, Odesa, Konotop, Zatoka. The main target is energy infrastructure.
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Trump a few minutes later:
Putin told me about it early in the morning.He said he was attacked.It's no good
(Comment from me:Ukraine denies the attack on Putin's residence.According to Zelenskyy,this is Russia's lies to play for time and undermine negotiations, disrupting US-Ukraine relations).
Putin told me about it early in the morning.He said he was attacked.It's no good
(Comment from me:Ukraine denies the attack on Putin's residence.According to Zelenskyy,this is Russia's lies to play for time and undermine negotiations, disrupting US-Ukraine relations).
December 29, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Trump a few minutes later:
Putin told me about it early in the morning.He said he was attacked.It's no good
(Comment from me:Ukraine denies the attack on Putin's residence.According to Zelenskyy,this is Russia's lies to play for time and undermine negotiations, disrupting US-Ukraine relations).
Putin told me about it early in the morning.He said he was attacked.It's no good
(Comment from me:Ukraine denies the attack on Putin's residence.According to Zelenskyy,this is Russia's lies to play for time and undermine negotiations, disrupting US-Ukraine relations).
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⚡️Russian state media quotes FM Lavrov saying Moscow will reconsider its negotiating position in light of alleged attack by Ukrainian forces on Putin's residence in Novgorod.
Zelenskyy responds in voice note to reporters, saying it's "lies," Russia laying groundwork to attack govt buildings in Kyiv.
Zelenskyy responds in voice note to reporters, saying it's "lies," Russia laying groundwork to attack govt buildings in Kyiv.
December 29, 2025 at 3:40 PM
⚡️Russian state media quotes FM Lavrov saying Moscow will reconsider its negotiating position in light of alleged attack by Ukrainian forces on Putin's residence in Novgorod.
Zelenskyy responds in voice note to reporters, saying it's "lies," Russia laying groundwork to attack govt buildings in Kyiv.
Zelenskyy responds in voice note to reporters, saying it's "lies," Russia laying groundwork to attack govt buildings in Kyiv.
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In a WhatsApp chat with reporters as he returned to Europe on Monday, Zelenskyy said a US security guarantee currently under discussion would initially be valid for 15 years, and while this could potentially be extended, such a duration would be too short. as.ft.com/r/1c5be28f-d...
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy talks fail to deliver breakthrough on Ukraine peace deal
[FREE TO READ] Ukrainian president says longer-term US security guarantees would be needed to deter Russia
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December 29, 2025 at 1:06 PM
In a WhatsApp chat with reporters as he returned to Europe on Monday, Zelenskyy said a US security guarantee currently under discussion would initially be valid for 15 years, and while this could potentially be extended, such a duration would be too short. as.ft.com/r/1c5be28f-d...
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Trump says Russia-Ukraine deal ‘a lot closer’
The U.S. and Ukrainian presidents met in Florida on Sunday to discuss ending the war.
tvpworld.com
December 29, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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🇺🇸US defence budget for 2026: Congress approves continued support for Ukraine and a military presence in Europe
🔵The allocation of $400 mn for🇺🇦Ukraine under the USAI does not guarantee these funds will be used.
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🔵The allocation of $400 mn for🇺🇦Ukraine under the USAI does not guarantee these funds will be used.
More from Andrzej Kohut & Jacek Tarocinski ⤵️
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US defence budget for 2026: Congress approves continued support for Ukraine and a military presence in Europe
On 18 December, President Donald Trump signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for the 2026 fiscal year, after it received bipartisan support in Congress, passing the House of Re...
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December 29, 2025 at 7:56 AM
🇺🇸US defence budget for 2026: Congress approves continued support for Ukraine and a military presence in Europe
🔵The allocation of $400 mn for🇺🇦Ukraine under the USAI does not guarantee these funds will be used.
More from Andrzej Kohut & Jacek Tarocinski ⤵️
www.osw.waw.pl/en/publikacj...
🔵The allocation of $400 mn for🇺🇦Ukraine under the USAI does not guarantee these funds will be used.
More from Andrzej Kohut & Jacek Tarocinski ⤵️
www.osw.waw.pl/en/publikacj...
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Bulgaria is on the brink of a historic currency shift, as banks, businesses and shoppers prepare to ditch the lev ahead of adopting the euro on January 1, a long-awaited milestone stirring excitement, skepticism and, in some quarters, anger.
December 29, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Bulgaria is on the brink of a historic currency shift, as banks, businesses and shoppers prepare to ditch the lev ahead of adopting the euro on January 1, a long-awaited milestone stirring excitement, skepticism and, in some quarters, anger.
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Kosovo’s ruling party has claimed victory, but not full control. Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s Vetëvendosje party won 49.3% in a snap election, falling short of an outright majority as diaspora votes are still counted.
December 29, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Kosovo’s ruling party has claimed victory, but not full control. Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s Vetëvendosje party won 49.3% in a snap election, falling short of an outright majority as diaspora votes are still counted.
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Ukraine has claimed a significant strike against Russian forces in occupied Crimea, as drone attacks wiped out military sites including a high-tech radar system housed under a protective dome.
High-tech Russian radar system destroyed in overnight drone blitz
The system was designed to detect and counter UAVs.
tvpworld.com
December 29, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Ukraine has claimed a significant strike against Russian forces in occupied Crimea, as drone attacks wiped out military sites including a high-tech radar system housed under a protective dome.
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We have just touched base with several leaders ahead of tomorrow’s meeting between President Trump and President Zelenskyy on peace talks.
December 27, 2025 at 7:28 PM
We have just touched base with several leaders ahead of tomorrow’s meeting between President Trump and President Zelenskyy on peace talks.
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Ukraine’s cause — freedom, democracy, sovereignty — is Canada’s cause. At this critical juncture, we are reinforcing our support with up to $2.5B in new loan guarantees and other mechanisms to help Ukraine secure a just and lasting peace, and to recover and rebuild.
www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news...
www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news...
Prime Minister Carney announces new support for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine
Since Russia’s unprovoked, unjustified, full-scale invasion, Canada has provided nearly $22 billion in multifaceted assistance for Ukraine, including over $12 billion in direct financial support – mak...
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December 27, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Ukraine’s cause — freedom, democracy, sovereignty — is Canada’s cause. At this critical juncture, we are reinforcing our support with up to $2.5B in new loan guarantees and other mechanisms to help Ukraine secure a just and lasting peace, and to recover and rebuild.
www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news...
www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news...
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This photo from #Kyiv, taken today after Russia’s attack,one of the largest this winter,is among many documenting this decision by Russia.One person was killed,over 30 were injured
📷MFA of Ukraine
📷MFA of Ukraine
December 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
This photo from #Kyiv, taken today after Russia’s attack,one of the largest this winter,is among many documenting this decision by Russia.One person was killed,over 30 were injured
📷MFA of Ukraine
📷MFA of Ukraine
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We will never be able to match the sacrifice of the Ukrainian people.
But we will support their fight for survival for as long as it takes.
Because Ukraine’s security is our security.
But we will support their fight for survival for as long as it takes.
Because Ukraine’s security is our security.
December 24, 2025 at 2:44 PM
We will never be able to match the sacrifice of the Ukrainian people.
But we will support their fight for survival for as long as it takes.
Because Ukraine’s security is our security.
But we will support their fight for survival for as long as it takes.
Because Ukraine’s security is our security.
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Freedom of speech is the foundation of our strong and vibrant European democracy.
We are proud of it. We will protect it.
Because the @ec.europa.eu is the guardian of our values.
We are proud of it. We will protect it.
Because the @ec.europa.eu is the guardian of our values.
We strongly condemn the U.S. decision to impose travel restrictions on five European individuals, including former Commissioner Thierry Breton.
Link to full statement: link.europa.eu/NtMX4K
Link to full statement: link.europa.eu/NtMX4K
December 24, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Freedom of speech is the foundation of our strong and vibrant European democracy.
We are proud of it. We will protect it.
Because the @ec.europa.eu is the guardian of our values.
We are proud of it. We will protect it.
Because the @ec.europa.eu is the guardian of our values.
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We continue to stand in solidarity with Denmark and Greenland.
Greenland is an autonomous territory in the Kingdom of Denmark. Any changes to that status are for Greenlanders and Danes alone to decide. (1/2)
Greenland is an autonomous territory in the Kingdom of Denmark. Any changes to that status are for Greenlanders and Danes alone to decide. (1/2)
December 22, 2025 at 5:21 PM
We continue to stand in solidarity with Denmark and Greenland.
Greenland is an autonomous territory in the Kingdom of Denmark. Any changes to that status are for Greenlanders and Danes alone to decide. (1/2)
Greenland is an autonomous territory in the Kingdom of Denmark. Any changes to that status are for Greenlanders and Danes alone to decide. (1/2)
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Dear Mette, I want to praise your Danish Council presidency for the remarkable work done over the last six months.
Support to Ukraine. Our energy independence from Russia. Defence. Migration. Simplification.
You delivered on all these files.
Thank you for your leadership and commitment.
Support to Ukraine. Our energy independence from Russia. Defence. Migration. Simplification.
You delivered on all these files.
Thank you for your leadership and commitment.
December 19, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Dear Mette, I want to praise your Danish Council presidency for the remarkable work done over the last six months.
Support to Ukraine. Our energy independence from Russia. Defence. Migration. Simplification.
You delivered on all these files.
Thank you for your leadership and commitment.
Support to Ukraine. Our energy independence from Russia. Defence. Migration. Simplification.
You delivered on all these files.
Thank you for your leadership and commitment.
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We gathered today with a clear objective:
to address Ukraine’s pressing financing needs.
We delivered.
90 billion euro for the next two years through EU borrowing on the capital markets ↓
link.europa.eu/6qdC4G
to address Ukraine’s pressing financing needs.
We delivered.
90 billion euro for the next two years through EU borrowing on the capital markets ↓
link.europa.eu/6qdC4G
December 19, 2025 at 3:01 AM
We gathered today with a clear objective:
to address Ukraine’s pressing financing needs.
We delivered.
90 billion euro for the next two years through EU borrowing on the capital markets ↓
link.europa.eu/6qdC4G
to address Ukraine’s pressing financing needs.
We delivered.
90 billion euro for the next two years through EU borrowing on the capital markets ↓
link.europa.eu/6qdC4G
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This EUCO comes at a decisive time.
We have one ultimate goal: peace for Ukraine through strength.
And covering Ukraine’s financial needs for 2026-27 is essential for that.
Two proposals are on the table.
We agreed that we will find a solution today.
We have one ultimate goal: peace for Ukraine through strength.
And covering Ukraine’s financial needs for 2026-27 is essential for that.
Two proposals are on the table.
We agreed that we will find a solution today.
December 18, 2025 at 10:01 AM
This EUCO comes at a decisive time.
We have one ultimate goal: peace for Ukraine through strength.
And covering Ukraine’s financial needs for 2026-27 is essential for that.
Two proposals are on the table.
We agreed that we will find a solution today.
We have one ultimate goal: peace for Ukraine through strength.
And covering Ukraine’s financial needs for 2026-27 is essential for that.
Two proposals are on the table.
We agreed that we will find a solution today.