Zelensky congratulates Noboa on re-election as Ecuador's president
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated Daniel Noboa on his re-election as Ecuador's president.
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14 April 2025
Sybiha invites EU foreign ministers to Lviv on May 9 – Sikorski
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, in coordination with Poland's EU Presidency and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas, has invited the foreign ministers of EU member states to visit Lviv on May 9.
Trump says he expects 'very good proposals' soon on ending war in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he believes that Vladimir Putin, along with Presidents Joe Biden and Volodymyr Zelensky, are to blame for the war in Ukraine. He added that his team is "doing well" in addressing the issue and expects "very good proposals" to emerge soon.
Yermak urges G7 countries to ramp up pressure on Russia amid ongoing missile attacks
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andrii Yermak, during an online meeting with national security advisers of the G7 leaders, called for increased pressure on Russia amid its ongoing missile attacks on Ukraine.
Trump: The war between Russia and Ukraine is Biden’s war, not mine
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again commented on Russia’s war against Ukraine, calling it “Biden’s war” and blaming, among others, President Zelensky for its outbreak.
Russia’s latest attacks raise doubts about its good faith in negotiations – Senator Kaine
Russia’s recent attacks raise questions about its good faith at a time when ceasefire discussions are needed.
UN chief calls for durable ceasefire in Ukraine following missile strike on Sumy
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for a durable ceasefire in Ukraine following Russia's April 13 missile strike on Sumy. He also reaffirmed the UN's support for meaningful efforts toward a just, lasting, and comprehensive peace.
Netherlands responds to missile strike on Sumy: 'Putin is evil, Russia is the aggressor'
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans has condemned Russia's missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, stating that "Putin is evil" and "Russia is the aggressor."
Zelensky: We want US to be part of foreign military contingent
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he is interested in the United States being part of a foreign military contingent supporting Ukraine.
Zelensky says Trump must be on Ukraine's side
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that U.S. President Donald Trump must stand with Ukraine.
Ukraine receives USD 100B in aid from U.S. – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine had received a total of $100 billion in aid from the United States.
Zelensky invites Trump to visit Ukraine before ceasefire talks
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has invited U.S. President Donald Trump to visit Ukraine before making any decisions about negotiations to end the war.
Trump responds to strike on Sumy: Russia ‘made a mistake’
President Donald Trump stated that he was told Russia "made a mistake" by attacking Sumy on Palm Sunday, an assault that resulted in at least 34 deaths.
Diplomats will work with German side on supporting Ukrainians in Germany – ambassador
The coalition agreement of Germany's incoming government shows strong solidarity with Ukraine, but it lacks specifics on certain aspects, including the continued support for Ukrainians residing in Germany.
13 April 2025
Rubio responds to Russian missile strike on Sumy
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday responded to the Russia’s attack on the city of Sumy, expressing condolences to the victims of the assault.
Important decisions on new Ukraine support packages made this week – Zelensky
This week saw key decisions made regarding new support packages for Ukraine — both following the Ramstein meeting and on a bilateral level. Reliable security guarantees for Ukraine are also in progress.
Canada demands Russia agree to immediate ceasefire
Canada has expressed deep condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the Russian missile strike on Sumy and is demanding that Russia agree to an immediate ceasefire.
Scholz on Sumy strike: Such attacks reveal Russia's true 'readiness' for peace
Germany strongly condemns the Russian missile strike on civilians in central Sumy and demands that Russia put an end to its campaign of terror.
Putin must agree to full and immediate ceasefire without conditions – Starmer
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has responded to Russia's missile strike on Sumy, stating that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin must agree to a "full and immediate" ceasefire.
US ambassador responds to Russian missile attack on Sumy
U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink has responded to Russia's April 13 missile attack on Sumy.
UK supports Ukraine not just for now but also for 100 years into the future - Minister for Europe
The United Kingdom fully supports Ukraine, not just for now, but for 100 years into the future. Support for Ukraine, as well as for European and Euro-Atlantic security more broadly, must be doubled.
Ankara to host Ukraine-Russia meeting on Black Sea navigation safety - media
On April 15-16, representatives of Ukraine and Russia will meet in Ankara to address navigation safety in the Black Sea.
Europe expresses condolences to Ukraine over Russian strike on Sumy
European leaders have expressed their condolences to Ukrainians and condemned Russia’s missile strike on Sumy.
FM Sybiha urges partners to react strongly to Russian missile strike on Sumy
All international partners will be provided with information about the Russian missile strike on Sumy in the morning of April 13, and all headquarters are being urged to respond decisively to this crime.
Trump says Ukraine talks may be going well, but there is a time 'to put up or shut up'
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine may be going OK, but "there's a point at which you just have to either put up or shut up."
NATO Secretary General and Canadian PM discuss support for Ukraine
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed further support for Ukraine in repelling Russian aggression.
NATO secretary general concerned about Russia's possible use of nuclear weapons in space
NATO is concerned that Russia may soon deploy nuclear weapons in space.
Dutch defense minister says deployment of contingent to Ukraine possible after ceasefire
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans has said that the deployment of a future European contingent to Ukraine would be possible only after a ceasefire has been achieved.
Ukrainian MFA criticizes social network X for censoring Russian crimes against Ukrainian children
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhii Tykhyi criticized the social network X for marking posts about the deaths of Ukrainian children due to Russian aggression as "sensitive content" and for concealing Russian war crimes.
12 April 2025
Ukraine expects Turkey to play active role in supporting peace efforts – Sybiha
Ukraine expects Turkey to take an active role in supporting peace efforts, and bilateral relations with this important country in the Black Sea region will continue to strengthen.