Ukrainian intelligence dismisses accusations of involvement with 'Georgian Legion' in Slovakia
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) has rejected allegations of involvement in unlawful activities in Slovakia.
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01 February 2025
Russian oligarchs continue business in Netherlands despite sanctions – media
In the Netherlands, companies owned by Russian oligarchs continue to operate despite sanctions by exploiting legal loopholes.
31 January 2025
Umerov arrives on visit to the Netherlands
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov of Ukraine arrived in the Netherlands to meet with the head of the Ministry of Defense, Ruben Brekelmans.
U.S. at OSCE: Putin better start peace talks, otherwise more pressure to be put
The United States is ready to increase pressure on Russia through sanctions, tariffs, and other measures if the Kremlin leader refuses to start negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
Ukraine’s MoD dismisses Bezrukova as director of Defense Procurement Agency
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine announced that on Friday, January 31, it dismissed Marina Bezrukova from her position as director of the state enterprise Defense Procurement Agency and appointed Arsen Zhumadilov as the acting director.
Disputes over aid to Ukraine harm everyone – Bundestag deputy
Germany's Social Democrats support providing aid to Ukraine and are not interested in disputes over additional military assistance.
Germany must help Ukraine stay strong – German deputy foreign minister
Germany must continue supporting Ukraine to ensure it remains strong before lasting peace can be achieved.
Bundestag calls on government to stop blocking additional aid to Ukraine
On January 31, the Bundestag adopted a proposal by the Free Democratic Party (FDP) urging the government to cease obstructing additional military aid to Ukraine and to promptly submit the necessary proposals to the parliament's budget committee.
Foreign minister outlines key tasks of Ukrainian diplomacy
The main task of Ukrainian diplomacy is to strengthen Ukraine as much as possible and increase the cost of war for the aggressor state in order to bring about a just peace.
U.S. understands need to put pressure on Russia to end war – Kallas
The new U.S. administration understands it is necessary to keep exerting pressure on Russia to end the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Rubio reiterates that both Russia and Ukraine must make concessions in negotiations
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated his position that the Russia-Ukraine war should be concluded through negotiations in which both sides must make concessions.
Stefanchuk, Japan’s ambassador discuss Peace Formula, interparliamentary cooperation
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome have discussed the issues of strengthening inter-parliamentary cooperation and implementation of Ukraine’s Peace Formula.
30 January 2025
Ukraine urges OSCE to react to Russia's executions of POWs
Ukraine has called on the international community, including the OSCE leadership, to properly react to Russia's executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war.
Ukraine at OSCE calls for sanctions against defense industry enterprises in Belarus
Ukraine is calling on its partners to impose sanctions against Belarusian defense industry enterprises that help Russia fulfill its state defense order and thus kill Ukrainians.
Zelensky, Nauseda discuss strengthening Ukraine's defense, security guarantees
Presidents of Ukraine and Lithuania Volodymyr Zelensky and Gitanas Nauseda have discussed Ukraine’s defense needs, investments in arms production, and security guarantees for Ukraine.
Zelensky thanks Sweden for largest defense package for Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed gratitude to the government and people of Sweden for the largest Swedish defense package for Ukraine.
Four countries bordering Russia call on EU to allocate EUR 100B for defense
Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia, and Poland are calling on the EU to double its defense spending, as these member states bordering Russia believe urgent defense needs amount to at least EUR 100 billion.
Aggressive rhetoric does not help country - Vice PM on situation around Defense Procurement Agency
The fierce public debate in the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine around personnel appointments in the Defense Procurement Agency does not help the country either internally or externally. Therefore, the dispute must be quickly resolved, based on NATO recommendations on defense procurement, adopted at the Washington Summit last year.
Romanian Foreign Ministry reaffirms unwavering support for Ukraine's sovereignty amid Georgescu's remarks
The Romanian Foreign Ministry has reaffirmed its steadfast support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity following controversial statements by Romanian presidential candidate Calin Georgescu.
Ukrainian Foreign Ministry summons Slovak ambassador over Fico's statements
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry summoned Slovak Ambassador Pavel Vizdal on Thursday, January 30, to express strong disapproval of Bratislava's statements alleging Ukraine's interference in Slovakia's internal affairs.
Council of Europe calls for just peace and security guarantees for Ukraine
A just peace is essential for the security of the entire continent and can only be achieved through adequate security guarantees for Ukraine. Any peace negotiations must include Ukraine and adhere to the principle of "peace through strength."
Explaining: U.S. assistance, Ukraine-Slovakia relations, heating season in Ukraine
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine.
Trade, borders, war in Ukraine: U.S., Canada’s top diplomats hold talks
Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly and the newly-appointed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the war in Ukraine, border security, and trade during their first meeting.
British-Ukrainian 100-year partnership agreement an eternal commitment – ex-UK home secretary
Any government in London will stand with Ukraine, as it believes defending Ukraine’s right to determine its own future is the correct course of action.
NATO-Ukraine Council: Rutte meets with Stefanishyna in Brussels
The NATO-Ukraine Council held a meeting at NATO headquarters in Brussels with the participation of Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration and Minister of Justice Olha Stefanishyna.
29 January 2025
Zelensky heard report on suspended US support programs
President Volodymyr Zelensky heard a report on critical US support programs that are currently suspended.
There can be no negotiations on ending war without Ukraine and Europe - OSCE Chairperson-in-Office
Any negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine should include Ukraine itself and Europe, of which it is a part.
Fate of Ukraine will decide fate of entire continent: Shmyhal addresses Croatian parliament
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal addressed members of the Croatian parliament, expressing gratitude for the support and noting the high level of bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
Shmyhal, Croatian parliament speaker discuss military assistance to Ukraine
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Speaker of the Croatian Parliament Gordan Jandroković have discussed military and humanitarian aid, as well as Ukraine's integration into the EU and NATO.
Zelensky, Danish PM discuss strengthening cooperation between Ukraine and Northern Europe
President Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen have discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation between Ukraine and Northern Europe.