Ukraine Peace Talks Stall, Venezuela Cuts China Oil, Iran Protests Grow, Allies Warn on Greenland

4 Things To Know This Afternoon · Jan 6, 2026 · 1m

Ukraine Peace Deal Framework Lacks Real Buy-In: Steve Witkoff claims a framework for a Ukraine peace deal is in place, with Britain and France even willing to deploy peacekeeping troops. But behind the scenes, European leaders do not believe Vladimir Putin wants peace and are deeply skeptical of Witkoff's role. Venezuela Halts Oil Shipments to China: Venezuela has suspended oil shipments to China, cutting off roughly 4% of China's supply while continuing limited exports to the United States. The bigger impact may be on Cuba, which relied heavily on Venezuelan oil. With Iran also facing…