'Bombing like crazy': Trump slams escalation of hostilities between Russia and Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump has said he is dissatisfied with intensified bombing in Russia's war against Ukraine.
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08 April 2025
07 April 2025
Sybiha discusses response to Russia's attack on Kryvyi Rih with Baerbock
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a phone conversation with his German counterpart, Annalena Baerbock, to discuss the international response to Russia's April 4 attack on Kryvyi Rih.
Zelensky appoints ambassadors to eight countries
President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed ambassadors to several countries and appointed new representatives to Lebanon, Finland, the Netherlands, Kazakhstan, Argentina, Paraguay, China, and Norway.
Macron: Russia must immediately stop pretenses tactics, accept unconditional ceasefire
French President Emmanuel Macron has called on Russia to immediately end its pretenses and delaying tactics and to accept the unconditional ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Outcome of Russian war in Ukraine to shape continent’s future – PACE President
President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Theodoros Rousopoulos, believes the way Russia’s war against Ukraine ends will ultimately shape the future of the entire continent.
EU endorses US-initiated peace talks while not trusting Putin
The European Union supports the U.S.-initiated talks on a ceasefire in Ukraine, while being convinced that any such talks should strengthen Kyiv's position, as Putin demonstrates complete disregard for international efforts to achieve peace.
'I don't like the bombing': Trump says US in talks with Russia on ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Washington continues to engage in dialogue with Moscow regarding a ceasefire, adding that he does not like the bombing.
PACE spring session: debates on holding Russia accountable, hearings on Ukrainian journalists held by aggressor
Urgent debates and a resolution on avoiding Russia's impunity, as well as a resolution on combating foreign interference in Europe's security and hearings on Ukrainian journalists held captive by the Russian Federation.
U.S. Embassy mourns victims of Kryvyi Rih strike in solidarity
The United States Embassy in Ukraine flew its flags at half-mast on Sunday, the day of mourning for the victims of the Russian strike on Kryvyi Rih.
France reorients its strategic efforts toward helping Ukraine
In the new geopolitical context, support for Ukraine is identified as a priority for France, so in 2025 the country is reorienting its strategic guidelines to develop an international partnership that meets its values and help those who need it most.
06 April 2025
Poland's MFA: Russia's recent actions show it is not ready for peace
Russia's latest actions in Ukraine demonstrate that its goal remains continued warfare, rather than peace.
Rutte: If NATO countries kept defense spending at 2% of GDP, they would not be able to defend themselves in three years
If NATO member states kept their defense spending at just 2% of GDP, NATO would not be able to defend itself in the next three to five years.
Macron: While we and our partners seek peace, Russia continues to escalate war
French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed his condolences to Ukrainians following a Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children.
Zelensky: Russia rejects ceasefire to maintain ability to launch strikes from sea
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Russia refuses to agree to an unconditional ceasefire in order to retain the ability to launch missile attacks on Ukraine from the sea.
‘Coalition of the Willing’ defense chiefs to meet in Brussels on April 10
On Thursday, April 10, defense ministers from the “Coalition of the Willing” will gather in Brussels, under the leadership of their counterparts from the United Kingdom and France.
Mezentseva: Key event at PACE should be debate on holding Russia accountable for crime of aggression
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) will consider a proposal on Monday, April 7, to hold urgent debates on ensuring Russia is held accountable for the crime of aggression.
Statements by Putin's envoy in Washington contradict Russia's true intentions – ISW
The statements made by Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian leader's special envoy, during his visit to the United States contradict the Kremlin's actual objectives regarding the war in Ukraine.
Ambassador Zaluzhnyi discusses combating Russian “shadow fleet” with IMO Secretary General
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United Kingdom Valerii Zaluzhnyi discussed the fight against the Russian “shadow fleet” and Ukraine's needs with International Maritime Organization Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez.
05 April 2025
Ukraine's MFA on Kryvyi Rih attack: Russia's goal was deliberate terror against civilians
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has described the Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih as a deliberate act of terror against civilians and a complete disregard for peace efforts.
Zelensky: Initial details emerge on potential deployment of security contingent
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that initial details have emerged regarding how a partner security contingent could be deployed in Ukraine.
US response to missile strike on Kryvyi Rih 'surprisingly disappointing' – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked international partners for their support following missile strikes on Kryvyi Rih but noted that the U.S. response to the tragedy was insufficiently strong.
NATO not involved in talks to end Ukraine-Russia war – Rutte
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said that NATO is not participating in negotiations aimed at ending the war between Ukraine and Russia.
Chairman of Parliament urged members of NATO Parliamentary Assembly to increase sanctions pressure on Russia
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk called on the participants of the meeting of the Standing Committee of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly to increase sanctions pressure on Russia.
French and British Chiefs of Staff meet Zelensky, DM Umerov, and CinC Syrskyi in Kyiv
The Chiefs of Staff of the French and British Armed Forces, General Thierry Burkhard and Admiral Antony Radakin, met in Kyiv with President Volodymyr Zelensky and the military leadership of Ukraine.
Trump administration sent erroneous email ordering Ukrainians to leave – Reuters
Multiple Ukrainians legally in the United States under a humanitarian program received an email this week telling them their status had been revoked and they had seven days to leave the country or the "federal government will find you."
Macron may act as Europe's negotiator with Putin – The Telegraph
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to become Europe's point man to hold talks with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin over peace in Ukraine.
Zelensky sees Erdogan as important player in future security guarantees
In the future, the Republic of Turkey can play a very important role in security guarantees.
04 April 2025
Sybiha, Kallas discuss peace efforts, accelerating Ukraine's EU accession
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas held a meeting to discuss steps to strengthen Ukraine, advance peace efforts, and accelerate the country's accession to the European Union.
Russia will remain long-term threat to NATO even after war in Ukraine ends – Rutte
Within NATO, no one harbors illusions about Russia's intentions, and the military alliance views Russia as a long-term threat -- even after Russia's war against Ukraine ends.
Ukrainian, Bulgarian foreign ministers discuss strengthening Black Sea security
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and his Bulgarian counterpart Georg Georgiev discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to enhance security in the Black Sea region.