Musk calls for sanctions against Ukrainian “oligarchs” after rally in DC
American billionaire Elon Musk suggested that sanctions be imposed on Ukraine’s ten wealthiest “oligarchs”.
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09 March 2025
Stefanchuk, EP delegation discuss aid to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk and a delegation from the European Parliament discussed key issues for Ukraine and the EU, including financial and military aid, as well as the need to strengthen sanctions pressure on Russia.
Ukrainian, Swedish defense ministers discuss defense cooperation priorities
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson met in Copenhagen to discuss key areas of cooperation aimed at strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Yermak, Powell talk ceasefire conditions, preserving Russia sanctions
The Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, during a Kyiv meeting with the National Security Advisor to the UK Prime Minister, Jonathan Powell, discussed first steps toward achieving an just and lasting peace, as well as conditions for a possible ceasefire.
Sikorski slams Orban's plan of Hungary poll on Ukraine’s EU membership
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski ironically commented on the intention of pro-Russian Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to conduct a survey on Ukraine's future EU membership.
Starmer's approval rating rises amid diplomatic efforts on Ukraine
The number of Britons who believe UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is doing a good job has increased as the politician is strengthening his role in diplomacy regarding the war in Ukraine.
Tusk on Russian attacks on Ukraine: This is what happens when barbarians are appeased
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has responded to Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine, stating that they are a direct consequence of policies aimed at appeasing the aggressor.
08 March 2025
Zelensky confident in productive meeting with U.S. delegation in Saudi Arabia
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed confidence that the meeting between the Ukrainian and American delegations in Saudi Arabia would be productive.
Ukrainian, Danish defense ministers discuss preparations for NB8 meeting
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen have discussed preparations for the upcoming meeting of the Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) during their meeting in Copenhagen.
Zelensky names Ukrainian delegation for meeting with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia
Ukraine will be represented at the upcoming meeting with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia by Andriy Yermak, Head of the Presidential Office; his deputy, Pavlo Palisa, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov.
U.S. ambassador reacts to nighttime attacks on Ukraine without naming Russia
U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink has said she was "horrified to see" the reports of Ukrainian casualties from Russia's latest attacks.
UK, Australian PMs discuss participation in 'Coalition of the Willing' to support Ukraine
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a phone call with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese on Saturday, welcoming Canberra's commitment to considering participation in the "Coalition of the Willing" -- a group of countries dedicated to ensuring Ukraine's long-term security and peace.
Yatsenyuk: U.S. administration fails to see Putin is bluffing
The head of the Kyiv Security Forum, Arseniy Yatsenyuk, believes that some people in the US administration do not realize or do not want to realize that Putin is bluffing.
Yatsenyuk: Mineral deal must be signed, focus should shift to pressuring Russia
The agreement on minerals with the United States should be signed and we should move on to a substantive discussion of how to put pressure on Russia to end the war.
KIIS: Trust in Zelensky rises to 68% amid strained U.S.-Ukraine relations
The level of trust in President Volodymyr Zelensky increased to 68% in the second half of February.
07 March 2025
Ukraine and Netherlands MoDs discuss “Drone Line” project development
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov discussed with Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense and the development of the Drone Line project.
MoFA had conversation with French FM
On Friday, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha had a telephone conversation with his French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot, during which he emphasized the high efficiency of Mirage 2000 fighters.
Bolton: Trump shows weakness, not strength in his policy on peace in Ukraine
Former National Security Advisor to Donald Trump, Republican John Bolton, believes that the US President demonstrates weakness, not strength, in his approaches to achieving peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Zelensky: Cooperation with Trump’s team is ongoing and more intensive than ever
Today, the most intensive work with President Trump's team has been going on at various levels all day long.
Sybiha, Rubio discuss upcoming Ukraine-U.S. talks in Saudi Arabia
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha discussed the upcoming meeting between Ukrainian and American delegations in Saudi Arabia during a phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday.
Poland to step up cooperation with Ukraine on drone production – Tusk
Warsaw will closely cooperate with Kyiv on drones production and their adaptation to the evolving battlefield situation.
Republicans in Congress urge Trump to resume military aid to Ukraine
U.S. Republican lawmakers are calling on President Donald Trump to reverse his decision to suspend military and intelligence aid to Ukraine, warning that the move could have serious consequences.
Türkiye supports immediate ceasefire, end to attacks in Russia-Ukraine war – Erdoğan
Türkiye is ready to contribute in any way, including facilitating negotiations, to establish a fair, lasting, and dignified peace in Ukraine.
Trump says he may impose large scale sanctions on Russia until ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Friday that he is considering imposing large scale sanctions, including banking sanctions and tariffs, against Russia until a ceasefire and a final peace agreement are reached.
Umerov, Kubilius discuss joint work on Europe's security strategy
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and European Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius discussed the continuation of joint efforts on Europe's security strategy, where Ukraine plays a key role.
Ukraine-U.S. talks to be held in Jeddah
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said that upcoming negotiations between Ukraine and the United States will take place in the city of Jeddah on the Red Sea.
Umerov, Kallas discuss Ukraine's defense financing in Brussels
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas met in Brussels to discuss financial support for Ukraine's defense.
Ukraine, U.S. to discuss strategic partnership and path to peace in Riyadh
Ukrainian and American delegations will meet in the Saudi capital next week to discuss bilateral relations, strategic partnership, and the path to peace.
Zelensky on Russia’s massive attack: Real peace starts with stopping such strikes
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that last night, during another attack against Ukraine's energy sector, Russian troops used about 70 missiles and almost two hundred attack drones.
Putin rejects any concessions in future peace talks with Ukraine – ISW
Russian President Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials have explicitly rejected any concessions in future peace talks or accepting any peace proposals from the United States, Europe, or Ukraine.