The German Machinists’ Union (GDL) commenced a three-day strike after unsuccessful collective bargaining talks with German Railways (DB). The strike, impacting freight and passenger services, caused significant disruptions across various routes. Major hubs like Berlin and Cologne faced flight disruptions, while the normally bustling Cologne central station stood deserted. The strike is set to persist until 18:00 on Friday, January 12, affecting rail operations until then.
The official Russian news agency TASS reported that the next round of peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv is expected to be held this weekend in Istanbul. A source said the exact dates are still being finalized. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed that a new meeting has been proposed by Ukraine’s Security Council Secretary for next week.
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