Zelensky signs law on state budget for 2026
President Volodymyr Zelensky signed the Law “On the State Budget of Ukraine for 2026.”
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10 December 2025
Kolomoisky says attempted assassination of Mindich in Israel failed
Businessman Ihor Kolomoisky has claimed that an attempted assassination of Tymur Mindich, a suspect in a National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) case, was carried out in Israel but failed.
Zelensky: This week could bring news advancing efforts to end bloodshed
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that this week could bring news that advances efforts to end the bloodshed. He noted that a call with U.S. officials on a document detailing Ukraine's reconstruction process is scheduled for today, while a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing is planned for tomorrow.
Coalition of the Willing to meet on Dec 11
A new meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, aimed at advancing security guarantees for Ukraine, will take place on Thursday, December 11, via video link.
Zelensky congratulates Parmelin on his election as Swiss president
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated Guy Parmelin on being elected President of the Swiss Confederation for 2026.
Zelensky orders intelligence to monitor Russia-China cooperation more closely
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky heard a report from the head of Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service, Oleh Ivashchenko, on the foreign policy situation surrounding Ukraine and on developments inside Russia.
EU Ambassadors agree on gradual phase-out of Russian gas
Ambassadors of the European Union’s Member States, at today’s COREPER I meeting in Brussels, approved the agreement on the text of the RePowerEU Regulation, which provides for a gradual phase-out of purchases of Russian gas.
European Commissioner Kos on two-day visit to Ukraine
On Wednesday and Thursday, European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos is in Ukraine to discuss the country's accession to the European Union with member states at an informal meeting of EU ministers to be held in Lviv on December 11.
Poland may transfer MiG-29 aircraft to Ukraine in January-February
Warsaw may transfer the rest of its MiG-29s to Kyiv in January-February next year. They will strengthen Ukraine's air defense, in particular, they will enable Ukraine to shoot down Russian missiles and attack Russian missile carriers and guided missiles.
Starmer responds to death of British soldier in Ukraine
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his condolences to the family of a soldier in the Royal Armed Forces who died in Ukraine as a result of a tragic incident far from the front lin
Pope Leo comments on Trump's peace proposals, Europe's role in negotiations
Pope Leo XIV believes that not all Americans share the approaches outlined in President Donald Trump's peace plan for Ukraine.
Russia shows no desire for peace – EU at UN
Russia is showing no intention of achieving peace in Ukraine and is instead intensifying its attacks on civilian targets.
OSCE chair calls on UN Security Council to support Ukraine in achieving just peace
OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Finland Elina Valtonen has called for supporting Ukraine in achieving a just and lasting peace, noting that the way the Russian-Ukrainian war ends will have a decisive impact on the future of peace and stability not only in Europe, but across the world.
09 December 2025
Zelensky: U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine should be article-five-like
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine should be approved by Congress and modeled on NATO’s Article Five.
Zelensky: ready for elections, but security comes first
President Volodymyr Zelensky said he is prepared for elections to be held in Ukraine, but stressed that their legitimacy and feasibility depend on security and changes to legislation. He also called on the United States, the European Union and the Ukrainian parliament to help create the conditions needed for elections during wartime.
Ukraine to UN: energy dollars fuel Russia’s aggression
Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Andrii Melnyk outlined what he described as the main reason why Russia is able to continue its war and urged the international community to step up sanctions against Russian energy exports.
Zelensky: Ukraine negotiating three key documents with partners
President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukraine is currently negotiating three documents with its international partners: a 20-point framework document, an agreement on security guarantees, and a plan for reconstruction.
Zelensky and Canadian PM discuss situation on front lines and diplomatic efforts with partners
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed diplomatic work with partners with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Zelensky discusses work of Ukrainian negotiating team during meeting with Meloni
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome and briefed her on the work of the Ukrainian negotiating team.
Bundeswehr general: Russia has been waging hybrid war against Germany for many years
Russia has been waging a hybrid war against Germany for years, so work is currently underway to strengthen the army and improve the civil defense system.
Zelensky: Ukraine ready to present finalized peace plan from London to US soon
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that he will soon be ready to submit to the US a document on peace efforts that has been finalized by Ukrainian and European teams.
Navrocki hopes Zelensky will visit Warsaw
The Office of the President of Poland hopes that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit Polish President Karol Navrocki in Warsaw.
Pope Leo meets with Zelensky to discuss war
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday, December 9, welcomed President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to the papal residence at Castel Gandolfo to discuss the war in Ukraine.
Rubio, Hegseth, General Kane to hold national security briefing for 'Gang of Eight' in Congress – media
Key senior officials in the Trump administration responsible for national security decisions will hold a briefing on Tuesday for a limited group of lawmakers in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
German FM urges China to support efforts to end war in Ukraine
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, during a meeting with his Chinese colleague Wang Yi in Beijing, called on China to use its influence and support international efforts aimed at ending the war in Ukraine as soon as possible.
Zelensky meets with heads of NATO, European Council, European Commission in Brussels
In Brussels, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, European Council President António Costa, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, during which the parties discussed steps for achieving peace.
NATO, EU leaders comment on meeting with Zelensky
The European Union has presented proposals for financing Ukraine and remains unwavering in its support for the country.
Vice-consulate of Ukraine opens in Rzeszów, Poland
On Monday, a Ukrainian vice-consulate was opened in Rzeszów (southeastern Poland).
08 December 2025
Zelensky arrives in Brussels
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Brussels, where he will meet with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, European Council President António Costa, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Zelensky confident reparations credit issue will be resolved
European leaders understand that Ukraine will not be able to do without the funds provided for in the reparations loan.