Luxembourg's defense minister says Ukraine aid is investment in NATO's security
Luxembourg invested 16% of its defense budget in support of Ukraine in 2022-2023.
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15 February 2024
Macron, Zelensky to sign bilateral security agreement in Paris on Feb 16
French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will sign a security agreement between the two countries at the Elysee Palace on Friday, February 16.
Yermak holds meeting on conclusion of bilateral agreements on security commitments between Ukraine and partner states
Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, has stressed the need to formulate a vision of what the Ukrainian army should be today and in the future.
14 February 2024
NATO has 3-4 years to strengthen defence before Russia "tests" alliance - Estonian FM
NATO has about 3-4 years to strengthen its defence while Russian President Vladimir Putin is building up his country's military capabilities and may "test" the alliance.
House Intel Chairman announces ‘serious national security threat,’ sources say it is related to Russia
Members of the US House Intelligence Committee have received information about a serious threat to national security posed by Russia.
Trudeau, Scholz discuss further support for Ukraine
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have discussed further support for Ukraine in resisting Russian aggression.
NATO will continue to support Ukraine with all available means - Stoltenberg
NATO will continue to help Ukraine in fighting against Russia's aggression, including with deliveries of weapons and logistics.
US, UK, Europe should help Ukraine for the sake of global security - Cameron
The United States, the United Kingdom, European and other allies must show their strength and support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression for the sake of global security.
State Secretaries of two German ministries arrive in Kyiv
State secretaries of the Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development Jochen Flasbarth and the German Foreign Ministry Thomas Bagger have arrived in Kyiv.
Vilnius protests to Russia over putting Lithuanian politicians on wanted list
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania summoned a representative of the Russian Embassy and expressed its strong protest over Russia's addition of Lithuanian politicians and civil servants to the wanted list for decisions made in the course of their official duties.
Government approves resolution on control over international military aid to Ukraine
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a resolution to monitor and control the use of international military assistance to meet the needs of the Security and Defense Forces of Ukraine.
NATO-Ukraine Council will convene this week: Stoltenberg outlines main topic of meeting
This week's meetings of the NATO-Ukraine Council and the US-led Ukraine Defence Contact Group will discuss the Alliance's support for Kyiv.
Johnson wants Biden meeting before any action on Ukraine and Israel aid - media
House Speaker Mike Johnson wants an in-person, one-on-one meeting with President Joe Biden before proceeding with a $95 billion supplemental aid package with funding for Ukraine and Israel.
Canada, U.S. discuss further support for Ukraine
Canada’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs Melanie Joly and United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken have discussed further support for Ukraine in repelling Russian aggression.
U.S. House of Representatives will support aid to Ukraine - Senate majority leader
The U.S. House of Representatives will approve an aid bill for Ukraine supported by the Senate.
13 February 2024
White House: Biden urges House of Representatives to pass Ukraine aid bill
The White House administration has welcomed the U.S. Senate's decision to pass a $95 billion bipartisan aid bill, which includes assistance for Ukraine, Israel and other countries, and called on the House of Representatives not to waste time, as the costs of inaction are rising every day.
US Senate nears final stage in approving aid for Ukraine
The U.S. Senate on Monday took a series of procedural steps on H.R. 815, coming close to a major vote on the bill to provide more than USD 95 billion in aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
Ukraine's future in NATO: Weimar Triangle countries adopted joint statement
The foreign ministers of the Weimar Triangle countries - France, Germany and Poland - adopted a joint statement on Monday, which emphasises support for Ukraine.
Kuleba welcomes EU Council's decision on frozen Russian assets
On Monday, Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba welcomed the decision of the EU Council on the "frozen" assets of the Russian Federation.
12 February 2024
Ukraine’s envoy rebukes at UNSC Russia’s claim ICJ allegedly justifies its actions
In its ruling, adopted on January 31, the UN International Court of Justice established that Russia is a violator of international law in three separate aspects, Sergiy Kyslytsya, Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, noted on Monday, speaking before the UN Security Council.
Weimar Triangle’s top diplomats talk fight against Russian disinformation, security challenges
The foreign ministers of Germany, France, and Poland discussed continued aid to Ukraine, the fight against Russian disinformation, and the current security challenges at a meeting.
Zelensky briefs South African leader on preparations for Global Peace Summit
In a phone call on Monday, February 12, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine told his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, of the ongoing preparations for the Global Peace Summit.
Bundestag vice president arrives in Ukraine
Vice President of the German Bundestag, Katrin Goring-Eckardt, has arrived in Ukraine.
Orbán suggests Ukraine serve as buffer zone between West, Russia
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said Ukraine must become a buffer zone between Russia and NATO, otherwise it will "lose its territory" because the Russians will attack the country "over and over."
Weimar Triangle’s top diplomats set to talk Ukraine support
The foreign ministers of the Weimar Triangle (Poland, Germany, and France) Radoslaw Sikorski, Annalena Baerbock, and Stephane Sejourne will meet on February 12, at Château de Saint-Cloud in France to discuss, among other things, the issue of further support to Ukraine.
Stoltenberg says Trump remarks put US, European soldiers at risk
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said that any attack on the military alliance will be met with a "united and forceful response," after Donald Trump invited Russia to attack member countries that he perceived as not meeting their financial obligations.
11 February 2024
U.S. Senate tackles last obstacle before voting on Ukraine aid package
The U.S. Senate on Sunday voted for the termination of debates and amendments to Bill H.815, which provides for the allocation of $95 billion in support to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
French foreign minister: Europeans should do more to support Ukraine
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Stephane Sejourne has said he believes that Europeans should do more for their own security and support for Ukraine. Therefore, all proposals, including the idea of Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas about military support to Ukraine, are on the table.
Macron postpones his visit to Ukraine for security reasons – media
French President Emmanuel Macron has postponed his visit to Ukraine for security reasons.
President appoints Pavliuk as commander of Ukrainian Ground Forces
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Oleksandr Pavliuk as the commander of the Ukrainian Ground Forces.