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Zelensky congratulates Queen Elizabeth II on official birthday
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on her official birthday.
Denmark ready to deliver 500,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine to Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone conversation with Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Denmark Mette Frederiksen.
FM Kuleba: President Zelensky to visit United States in late July
The meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and the United States of America in Washington will take place at the end of next month.
Combating climate change: G7 Ambassadors call on Ukraine to confirm second NDC
G7 Ambassadors call on Ukraine to confirm the second Nationally Determined Contribution under the Paris Agreement by the end of July.
Ukraine to open consulate general in Texas
Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States Oksana Markarova signed a lease agreement for the premises where Ukraine's new foreign diplomatic mission in the United States will be located.
Pentagon approves new $150 M package in aid to Ukraine
The U.S. Department of Defense has approved the second part of security assistance to Ukraine – a $150 million package which includes counter-artillery radars and counter unmanned aerial systems.
Nine ceasefire violations in JFO area. Ukrainian soldier killed
Over the past day, June 11, nine ceasefire violations by the Russian-occupation troops were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation area in eastern Ukraine.
Ukraine reports 1,274 new coronavirus cases
Ukraine has recorded 1,274 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 2,222,701.
11 June 2021
Ukraine continues to insist that Nord Stream 2 should not be launched – President’s Office
Ukraine continues to insist on the impossibility of launching the Nord Stream 2 project.
NATO-Ukraine cooperation to be strengthened in near future – NATO special representative
Ukraine's cooperation with the North Atlantic Alliance will be strengthened in the coming months as the Allies are ready for even closer cooperation.
Danish investors to expand their businesses in Lviv - Ambassador Mikkelsen
Investors from Denmark intend to expand their businesses in Lviv, because they note a good business environment in the city, Danish Ambassador to Ukraine Ole Egberg Mikkelsen has said.
Ukraine intends to expand geography of strategic partners – Sybiha
Ukraine plans to build a foreign policy course aimed at expanding the geography of strategic international partners, including with an emphasis on the Baltic-Black Sea region.
Ukraine, US may sign number of political and security agreements during Zelensky's visit to Washington
Signing a number of political and security agreements may be on the agenda of the forthcoming visit of President Volodymyr Zelensky to the United States of America.
U.S. at OSCE responds to Russia’s accusations of ‘coup d’état’ and war in Ukraine
The Russian side has repeatedly claimed that the conflict in eastern Ukraine was the result of a "foreign-orchestrated coup d’état," but Russia’s aggression is the sole cause of the conflict.
Turkey to take part in Crimean Platform summit
Turkey will take part in the Crimean Platform summit in Kyiv. The country is determining the level of representation at the summit.
Information policy ministry will do all to ensure journalists' safety - Tkachenko
The Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine will continue to do everything possible to ensure the safety of journalists and the media, Minister of Culture and Information Policy Oleksandr Tkachenko has written on Telegram.
Czech Senate calls on Kremlin to immediately stop its aggression against Ukraine
The Senate (upper house) of the Parliament of the Czech Republic by a majority of votes adopted the resolution "On Current Situation in the Territory of Sovereign State of Ukraine Occupied by Troops of Russian Federation."
Korynevych: Permanent office of Crimean Platform needed
Permanent Representative of the President of Ukraine to the Autonomous Republic of Crimea Anton Korynevych considers it necessary for the Crimean Platform to have a permanent office in order to ensure the continuity and stability of this process.
Russia supplying mortars, drones, ammunition to occupied areas in eastern Ukraine
Over two months, Russia delivered three railway cars and 34 cars with ammunition, mortars, electronic warfare systems “Triton” and “Leer-3”, as well as 84 cisterns with fuel, to certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
UAF officially approves football slogans 'Glory to Ukraine!' and 'Glory to the Heroes!'
The executive committee of the Ukrainian Association of Football (UAF) has approved the official football status of the slogans "Glory to Ukraine!" and "Glory to the Heroes!"
Halushchenko meets with leadership of G7 diplomatic missions, EU Delegation
Minister of Energy of Ukraine Herman Halushchenko met with the leadership of the diplomatic missions of G7 countries and the EU Delegation.
30.6% would vote for Zelensky, 17.4% for Poroshenko in presidential election
Incumbent Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would receive the greatest support if a presidential election were held in Ukraine in early June, according to a survey conducted by Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) between June 1-7.
Over 14M biometric passports issued in Ukraine over four years of visa-free travel
More than 14 million passports for traveling abroad have been issued in Ukraine over four years of visa-free travel, according to the press service of the State Migration Service.
Ukraine at OSCE: Invaders launched 271 attacks in May, four Ukrainian soldiers were killed
In May, Russian armed formations launched 271 attacks in eastern Ukraine, killing four Ukrainian soldiers and wounding 18 more.
U.S. destroyer heading for Black Sea
USS Laboon (DDG58), an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer in the United States Navy, is heading for the Black Sea, according to the Twitter account of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet.
SkyUp expands flight program to Turkey
The Ukrainian low-cost carrier SkyUp Airlines expands its flight program and adds routes to Dalaman from Kyiv and to Bodrum from Lviv, the airline’s press service reports.
Hungary recognizes Ukrainian COVID-19 vaccination certificates
Ukraine and Hungary have agreed on mutual recognition of COVID-19 vaccination certificates.
IMF notes some progress in talks with Ukraine
The International Monetary Fund remains "closely engaged" with Kyiv in the context of the first review of the Stand-By Arrangement and notes "some progress" in obtaining the next tranche, but says more needs to be done.
Occupiers in Crimea persecuting 131 people for political reasons
In the territory of the occupied Crimea, 131 people are being persecuted for political reasons.
Shmyhal, Plenković discuss resumption of tourism
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenković discussed the intensification of economic cooperation, the development of political dialogue, and the resumption of tourism between the countries.
Zelensky, Di Maio discuss situation in eastern Ukraine, Nord Stream 2
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has briefed Italian Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio on the security situation in eastern Ukraine and along Ukraine's borders and discussed with him the threats posed by the Nord Stream 2 project.
Bilateral documents signed at Ukrainian-Italian business forum
The Ukrainian-Italian business forum in Kyiv has become a platform for the conclusion of a number of bilateral agreements and new large-scale projects, Ukrinform reports with reference to the Government portal.
MFAs of Ukraine and Hungary acknowledge positive dynamics of ‘education’ dialogue
Representatives of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Hungary acknowledged the positive dynamics of the dialogue on education reform in Ukraine and agreed to begin preparations for a meeting of the Joint Ukrainian-Hungarian Commission for National Minority Rights.
Stoltenberg speaks with Zelensky ahead of NATO summit
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has spoken by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of the NATO summit.
Shmyhal invites Italian business to invest in Ukrainian economy
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic Luigi Di Maio discussed topical issues of trade, economic and investment cooperation, as well as cooperation in the field of energy and infrastructure.
Borrell confirms his participation in Crimean Platform summit
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell has welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's intention to convene a Crimean Platform summit this August and confirmed his participation in the event together with European Council President Charles Michel.
Twelve ceasefire violations in JFO area. Ukrainian soldier wounded
Over the past day, June 10, 12 ceasefire violations by the Russian-occupation troops were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation area in eastern Ukraine.
Ukraine reports 1,603 new coronavirus cases
Ukraine has recorded 1,603 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 2,221,427, the Ukrainian Health Ministry has reported on Facebook.
10 June 2021
EU invests EUR 600M to support SMEs in eastern Ukraine
About 150 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from the frontline territories of Ukraine have taken advantage of the assistance of the European Union under the FinancEast programme, which is being implemented in partnership with the Entrepreneurship Development Fund as part of the EU’s EU4Business initiative.
Ukraine has adopted more NATO standards than ten Allies – expert
The Armed Forces of Ukraine have adapted and adopted more NATO standards and procedures than ten countries, which have recently joined NATO, in total.
Denisova, Bogner discuss civilian casualties in eastern Ukraine
Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Liudmyla Denisova discussed the situation in eastern Ukraine, including civilian casualties, with Head of the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine Matilda Bogner.
French National Assembly members visit contact line to see consequences of Russia’s aggression
Members of the French National Assembly have visited the contact line to see the consequences of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and to convey objective information to French MPs, according to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
MH17 trial: New recordings of telephone calls of defendants made public
New recordings of telephone calls of four defendants have been made public at today's court hearing on the merits in the MH17 criminal proceedings in the Netherlands.
UEFA orders Ukraine to remove slogan 'Glory to the Heroes' on Euro 2020 shirt
UEFA has ordered Ukraine to remove the phrase "Glory to the Heroes!" from the national team kit a day before the start of the Euro 2020 European Championships, due to the slogan's political connotations, according to the sports news site Tribuna.com.
NSDC meeting may take place on June 18
A meeting of the Ukrainian National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) is likely to take place next week on Friday, according to David Arakhamia, the chairman of the political council of the Servant of the People party.
Italy in favor of increasing efficiency of Minsk process – FM
Italy is in favor of improving the efficiency of the Minsk process, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic Luigi Di Maio has said.
Ukraine ready to make its contribution to achieving climate goals - Halushchenko
Global climate goals require the joint efforts of countries around the world, and Ukraine is ready to make its contribution, according to Ukrainian Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko.
European Council President: Russia is party to conflict in eastern Ukraine, not mediator
During the G7 summit, the European Union will draw the partners' attention to the destructive policy of Russia, which is not a mediator but a party to the conflict in eastern Ukraine.
Italy supports Ukraine's European aspirations – FM Di Maio
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic Luigi Di Maio has said that Italy supports Ukraine's European aspirations.
Ukraine, Czech Republic sign memorandum of cooperation between entrepreneurs
The Exporters and Investors Council under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the Confederation of Industry of the Czech Republic signed a memorandum that will facilitate the establishment of contacts and the development of cooperation between entrepreneurs of the two countries.
Kuleba, Di Maio open Ukrainian-Italian business forum
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and Italian Foreign Luigi Di Maio have opened the Ukrainian-Italian business forum, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.
Zelensky invites Portuguese leader to take part in Crimean Platform summit
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated the Portuguese people on Portugal Day and thanked them for supporting Ukraine's territorial integrity and European and Euro-Atlantic aspirations.
Kuleba asks Italy to open its borders to Ukrainian tourists
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has asked the Italian government to allow Ukrainian tourists to visit the country.
Putin on possible meeting with Zelensky: We always have something to talk about
Russian President Vladimir Putin considers that the meeting proposed by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky should be devoted to the problems of Russia–Ukraine relations.
Ukraine should become regional leader in terms of political, economic development - Shmyhal
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and American philanthropist of Ukrainian descent George Chopivsky have discussed the importance of strengthening Ukraine's international image and the diaspora's assistance in attracting international investors to the country.
Representatives of Swiss, UK embassies visit checkpoints on administrative border with Crimea
Representatives of the Swiss and British embassies got acquainted with the work of checkpoints on the administrative border with the temporarily occupied territory of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, the press service of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has reported.
Kuleba meets with Italian foreign minister in Kyiv
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic Luigi Di Maio have met in Kyiv.
Halushchenko, European Commission representative discuss energy security of Ukraine and EU
Minister of Energy of Ukraine Herman Halushchenko held an online meeting with Ditte Juul Jørgensen, Director General of European Commission’s Directorate-General for Energy.