Zelensky discusses preparations for new US negotiations with Costa
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed contacts with partners and Ukraine's upcoming negotiations with the US with European Council President António Costa.
Politics
04 December 2025
OSCE chief skips naming Russia as aggressor again at Ministerial Council
During his speech in Vienna, OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu did not once refer to Russia as an aggressor state, did not mention its responsibility for the war against Ukraine, and failed to highlight Russia’s systematic violations of all principles of the Helsinki Final Act.
Zelensky: Cyprus’s 2026 EU presidency could mark breakthrough in Ukraine’s accession talks
President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Cyprus’s presidency of the Council of the European Union, which will begin in January 2026, could be historic in terms of opening negotiation clusters for Ukraine.
Estonia supports participation in International Claims Commission for Ukraine
The Estonian government approved a draft law on the country's accession to the Convention on the Establishment of the International Claims Commission for Ukraine.
Ihor Michalchyshyn, Executive Director of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress
We can never say it’s enough support for Ukraine
Weapons for Ukraine: US pressures Greece to participate in PURL program
The United States is pressuring the Greek government to contribute to Ukraine's Priority Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) – an initiative that raises funds for purchasing American weapons for Ukraine.
Europe plays crucial role in peace process: Sybiha meets with Kallas in Vienna
At a meeting with the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas in Vienna, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized the importance of Europe's role in the peace process.
Ambassador: Ukraine’s experience in overcoming war consequences could benefit Cyprus
Ukraine has developed practical mechanisms for protecting children and supporting military families and victims of war crimes, which it is ready to share with Cyprus.
Australia and New Zealand pledge over USD 70M in military aid to Ukraine
The governments of Australia and New Zealand have decided to provide Ukraine with a new military aid package totaling over USD 70 million.
Ukraine’s Ambassador hints at possible “good news” in military cooperation with Cyprus
Ukraine’s Ambassador Serhii Nizhynskyi hopes for “good news” in the field of defense cooperation with Cyprus in the near future.
NATO alone to decide on Ukraine’s membership, Canada’s FM says
Only NATO members themselves can take part in decision-making regarding the accession of new countries to the Alliance.
03 December 2025
Zelensky: Ukraine ready to continue negotiations in US after American delegation’s visit to Moscow
The Ukrainian delegation is preparing for meetings in the US with representatives of White House chief Donald Trump to continue negotiations following the results of the American delegation's work in Moscow.
Umerov briefs European national security advisors on Geneva and Florida talks
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) Rustem Umerov, during a meeting with national security advisors from Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Finland, and the United Kingdom, informed colleagues about the outcomes of negotiations in Geneva and Florida and discussed security guarantees for Ukraine.
Sikorski: Ukraine’s war outcome could depend on reparations loan
The outcome of the Russia-Ukraine war could depend on granting Ukraine a reparations loan.
First non-NATO states to join PURL, Rutte says
New Zealand and Australia will join the program for purchasing U.S. weapons for Ukraine under the PURL mechanism.
Partners pledge USD 1B under PURL at NATO-Ukraine Council meeting
During the meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council, five countries confirmed additional funding of about $1 billion for the purchase of weapons for Ukraine under the PURL program.
Ukrainian delegation invited to U.S. in coming days to continue peace talks, FM Sybiha says
After negotiations in Moscow, the American side has invited the Ukrainian delegation to the United States in the near future to continue peace talks.
FM Sybiha meets with Rutte ahead of NUC meeting
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte ahead of today's Ukraine–NATO Council (NUC) meeting.
Erdogan: Turkey maintains contacts with Ukraine and Russia to revive Istanbul process
Turkey maintains contacts with Ukraine and Russia to intensify the Istanbul negotiation process and is ready to contribute to establishing a just and lasting peace.
Umerov reports to Zelensky on preparations for talks with advisors to European leaders
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov reported to President Volodymyr Zelensky on preparations for today's talks with European leaders' national security advisers, scheduled to take place in Brussels.
Germany, Poland, Norway to jointly provide USD 500M support package for Ukraine
Germany, Poland, and Norway will jointly provide a new support package for Ukraine totaling $500 million, with Berlin contributing $200 million.
Kremlin says no compromise reached with Americans on peace plan for Ukraine
The Kremlin described Tuesday’s talks with U.S. representatives as useful, but noted that no compromise on a peace plan for Ukraine had been reached.
Donetsk region remains main point of dispute in negotiations – Rubio
The United States is working on resolving the war in Ukraine and seeks to help the conflicting sides overcome their differences, but the decision to end hostilities will be made by Kyiv and Moscow.
European Commission suggests way to provide Russian assets to Ukraine without risks for Belgium
The Commission has proposed a legal solution that would help dispel Belgium's concerns about using EUR 140 billion in Russian assets frozen in Brussels to issue a loan to Ukraine.
Canada to become first non-European country to join SAFE initiative
Canada has completed negotiations on its participation in the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program and will become the first non-European country to take part in this defense initiative.
02 December 2025
Ukraine’s MFA responds to Putin’s threats of attacks on Ukrainian seaports
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that for the second day in a row, Putin makes statements demonstrating that he does not plan to end the war.
No simple solutions to ending war – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that there can be no simple solutions to ending the war. At the same time, he emphasized that such decisions must be made only with Ukraine’s participation.
Swiss Defence Minister: Switzerland condemns Russia’s aggression despite its neutral status
Switzerland remains a neutral state, but this does not mean indifference to violations of international law — which is precisely why the country firmly condemns Russia’s war against Ukraine and supports the Ukrainian people.
Putin repeatedly making up excuses to avoid peace talks with Ukraine – Wadephul
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is constantly searches for “new excuses” to explain why he does not wish to engage in peace negotiations with Ukraine.