politics
January 22, 2026
Press review: Russia, US set high-level Moscow talks as Trump toughens EU stance at Davos
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, January 22nd
TL;DR
- US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will meet with President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on January 22 to discuss the Ukraine settlement.
- Russia expects the US to clarify its position on Ukraine and potentially present a peace plan.
- Donald Trump believes Europe is moving in the wrong direction and urges increased defense spending.
- Moldova plans to leave the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) by spring 2027, continuing its path toward European integration.
- Global gold prices have surpassed $4,800 per ounce, reaching new record highs, fueled by central bank reserve diversification away from the dollar and geopolitical uncertainty.
- A stronger ruble has mixed effects, benefiting consumers and import-dependent industries but reducing export revenues, particularly for oil producers.