Russia's actions in Black Sea threaten free world – Ukraine’s defense chief
The actions of the Russian Federation in the Black Sea pose a threat to the entire free world.
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23 November 2023
No legal or security prerequisites currently in place for holding elections in Ukraine - Vice PM
In addition to legal restrictions, according to which it is prohibited to hold elections under martial law, Ukraine currently also lacks the security conditions to this end.
U.S. removes any speculation about allegedly having to choose between Ukraine, Israel
During the meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format, the United States removed any speculation regarding the alleged choice it has to make between helping Ukraine or Israel and assured that it is fully committed to all obligations undertaken to support Ukraine.
EU must avoid another "enlargement fatigue" - Ukraine’s Vice PM
The leaders of the European Union should decide on launching negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU, which is also in the interest of the EU itself and will avoid a repeat of "enlargement fatigue".
With own sanctions, Ukraine complements international mechanisms - Zelensky
Ukraine complements the existing international sanctions mechanisms with its own sanctions. And the authorities are working so that the sanctions imposed by partners are extended to those against whom relevant decisions have already been passed in Ukraine.
Milei offers Zelensky to hold Ukraine peace summit in Argentina
Argentina's President-elect Javier Milei has offered Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to hold a Ukraine peace summit with Latin American countries in Argentina.
Defense official: Division in Ukraine's military and political leadership is Russian narrative
Reports of an alleged division in Ukraine's military and political leadership is a Russian narrative.
Trudeau calls on G20 leaders to punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called for Russia to be held to account for its illegal invasion of Ukraine during a virtual meeting of G20 leaders.
22 November 2023
Slovakia to provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine, calls for peace talks – foreign minister
Slovakia will continue to provide Ukraine with non-military support and believes that now is the time for peace talks.
Zelensky has phone call with Argentina's President-elect
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday had a phone call with Argentina's President-elect Javier Milei to discuss possible cooperation between the two countries in investigating Russian war crimes in Ukraine.
Zelensky changes composition of Supreme Commander-in-Chief Staff
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has changed the composition of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief.
VR Deputy Chair: Elections in Ukraine possible after martial law ends
Elections in Ukraine can be held only after martial law ends.
Russian intelligence could be involved in blockade of border crossings with Ukraine in Poland - investigation
As part of an investigation by the Guildhall news agency, it was established that Polish carriers who have been blocking a number of checkpoints on the Polish-Ukrainian border demanding “fair competition” have been in contact with individuals with ties to Russia. Russian meddling has also been established in probing similar developments in Slovakia.
Dutch gov't can take shape for up to six months with no change to Ukraine policy expected during this time - expert
In the Netherlands, after the parliamentary elections, the process of forming a coalition and government will begin, which may be quite long, so there will be no changes for Ukraine at this time.
EU has "no special expectations" of Ukraine’s election next year - Vice PM
The European Union has "no special expectations" about Ukraine holding of elections in 2024.
Russia’s guaranteed defeat only promising solution for ending war - adviser
The Office of the Ukrainian President once again notes that there is no promising solution for ending the war in Ukraine and providing general security guarantees, except for Russia’s full defeat.
Rada calls on world to recognize Holodomor as genocide against Ukrainians
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has adopted a statement in connection with the 90th anniversary of the Holodomor of 1932-1933 in Ukraine and called on international organizations and parliaments to recognize it as genocide against the Ukrainian people.
Zelensky on Trump's remarks: Giving up territory is not a 'peace plan'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he is ready to listen to a "peace plan" proposed by former U.S. leader Donald Trump, but Ukraine will not give up its territory to Russia.
EU’s Michel stands for consistent approach to recommendations for Ukraine
The European Union is trying to prevent a blurring of priorities in the recommendations for the implementation of reforms in Ukraine, which come from various partners, including the USA and the IMF.
Michel on the U.S. elections: European unity on Ukraine to be helpful for debates in America
No matter the results of the upcoming presidential elections in the USA, Europe must remain master of its own destiny, but the consolidation of European support for Ukraine will send a good signal to the U.S.
European Council president believes in success of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to EU
The next meeting of the European Council promises to be difficult, as the EU long-term budget will be discussed, which always causes a lot of discussions, but the decision on negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU is expected to be positive.
Ukraine's parliament passes first reading of bill to strengthen SAPO's independence
The Verkhovna Rada has supported at first reading the introduction of amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code and other legislative acts to strengthen the independence of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO).
21 November 2023
European Parliament to open office in Kyiv - Euractiv
The European Parliament has agreed to open an office in Ukraine to boost its support for the Ukrainian Parliament, following requests by top Ukrainian government officials.
Michel: EU put in place de-facto security guarantees for Ukraine
The European Union, which is currently working on clarifying proposals for the future security guarantees for Ukraine, has already put in place de-facto such guarantees when it decided to provide military assistance to the country in the first hours after Russia's full-scale invasion began.
Zelensky on accession to EU: Ukraine approved all decisions to start negotiations
President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine has approved all the decisions that needed to be made to actually start negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to the European Union.
Sandu to EU Member States: Decision to open accession talks is a message to be heard also in Moscow
President of the Republic of Moldova Maia Sandu has called on the EU Member States to endorse a decision on the start of accession talks with Moldova and Ukraine at the upcoming meeting of the European Council in Brussels this December.
PM Shmyhal: Ukraine finalizing package of laws to start pre-accession talks with EU
Ukraine is currently finalizing a package of laws that are a prerequisite for the start of pre-accession negotiations with the European Union.
Ukraine today in center of global risks of Third World War – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes that the war unleashed by Russia may escalate into a Third World War.
Zelensky meets with Sandu
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a bilateral meeting with Moldovan President Maia Sandu.
Zelensky: EU's decision to begin accession talks with Ukraine in Dec will be motivating
The decision to start negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the European Union in December this year will be motivating for Ukrainians.