Ukrainian delegation, Rubio discuss steps to end war and build European security
During the meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Ukrainian delegation discussed steps to end the war in Ukraine and security issues for all of Europe.
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16 October 2025
15 October 2025
Healey on arms for Ukraine: UK not joining PURL yet but reviewing initiative closely
The United Kingdom is carefully considering joining NATO's PURL initiative for purchasing American weapons for Ukraine, but for now continues to provide Ukraine with assistance, some of which is unique.
Stefanchuk delivers list of Ukraine's defense needs to Starmer
In London, Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk handed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer an updated list of Ukraine's urgent defense needs.
Zelensky: Putin's revenues must be reduced, this will increase global security
Ukraine and its international partners must synchronize their efforts on sanctions policy against Russia to apply consistent pressure and bring the war to a real end.
Rutte assures NATO's full support for UDCG format
Supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression is in the shared interests of NATO member states and other democracies, as the outcome of this war will have consequences far beyond Ukraine's borders.
UDCG meeting: Hegseth urges NATO countries to turn words into action, invest in PURL
The U.S. Department of War is prepared to join NATO's collective efforts to secure peace in Ukraine if no path toward peace emerges in the near future. In the meantime, the PURL initiative remains the best instrument for assisting Ukraine.
Pistorius opens UDCG meeting, announces over EUR 2B worth aid for Ukraine
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius opened the 31st meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format and pledged further support, including in the area of air defense.
DM Shmyhal discusses defense funding, frozen Russian assets with EU Commissioners in Brussels
In Brussels, Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal met with European Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius and European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos to discuss financing for the defense sector and the use of frozen Russian assets.
Rutte: majority of NATO allies back new weapons supply mechanism for Ukraine
More than half of NATO member states have expressed readiness to join the Alliance’s PURL initiative, which aims to purchase American weapons for Ukraine.
Trump optimistic about achieving peace in Ukraine after success in Middle East
U.S. President Donald Trump is optimistic about the possibility of achieving peace in Ukraine following the successful hostage exchange in the Middle East.
Zelensky: Ukraine aware of Russia’s plans in Belarus, partners to be notified
President Volodymyr Zelensky, after a report from Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine (FISU) Oleh Ivashchenko, stated that Putin’s system would not withstand the confrontation he had drawn Russia into. Ivashchenko also reported on Russia’s plan for further military exploitation of Belarusian territory.
Zelensky appoints Haivanenko as acting Head of Dnipropetrovsk Regional State Administration
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Vladyslav Haivanenko as acting Head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional State Administration.
Estonia to deliver drones to Ukraine and join PURL aid package
Estonia will deliver drones worth tens of millions of euros to Ukraine this week and join the PURL aid package.
Finland to provide new aid package to Ukraine and join PURL initiative
Finland will deliver a new aid package to Ukraine this week and join the PURL initiative for the procurement of U.S. weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Ukraine remains top priority for Bucharest and NATO allies — Romanian Defense Ministry
Ukraine remains a top priority for Bucharest and NATO allies, which is why support for the country has continued since the first day of Russian aggression and will continue in the future.
Zelensky appoints Lysak Head of Odesa City Military Administration
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Serhii Lysak Head of the Odesa City Military Administration.
Interaction between Ukraine and the US has taken on a new format this week – Stefanishyna
The intensive work being done by Ukrainian delegations to Washington this week has created a “whole new” format of interaction, where issues are actively being worked out on the spot in several directions at once: from economy and military cooperation to an end to the war.
14 October 2025
U.S. Envoy to NATO announces upcoming arms deals for Ukraine
U.S. Envoy to NATO Matthew Whitaker expects NATO allies to announce “big” spending pledges from allies for Ukrainian weapons purchases to help counter Russian air strikes.
Zelensky announces creation of military administration in Odesa
President Volodymyr Zelensky will soon appoint the head of the newly created Odesa Military Administration.
President Zelensky revokes citizenship of three Ukrainians linked to Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has revoked the Ukrainian citizenship of Odesa Mayor Hennadii Trukhanov, former MP Oleh Tsariov, and ballet dancer Serhii Polunin.
NATO PA demands access for international observers to places where Ukrainian POWs are held – MP
The NATO Parliamentary Assembly has called on Russia to grant international observers access to facilities where Ukrainian prisoners of war are being held.
Ukraine must stay strong for entire region to stay strong – von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has emphasized the need to support Ukraine as a crucial element of the continent's security ahead of presenting the European defense roadmap to EU leaders.
Zelensky, Stubb coordinate efforts to end Russia’s war against Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Finnish President Alexander Stubb coordinated positions to end Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Zelensky: Russia’s overnight strikes aimed at Ukraine’s energy system again
The world can deprive Russia of the ability to strike power plants, power lines, and gas facilities — but to do this, Ukraine’s sky must be closed.
Trump believes Erdogan can help settle Ukraine-Russia war
U.S. President Donald Trump has described Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a leader who could assist in resolving the war launched by Russia against Ukraine.
Zelensky on the agenda for his talks with Trump upcoming in Washington
At the meeting with Donald Trump upcoming in Washington on Friday, Volodymyr Zelensky intends to suggest a number of measures and their sequence that will contribute to achieving peace.
13 October 2025
Kallas says only Ukraine should decide how to use 'reparations loan'
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has said that if the proposal to open a so-called reparations loan for Ukraine – to be backed by frozen Russian assets in Europe – is approved, it will be up to Kyiv to decide how to use the funds.
Zelensky, Trump to meet in Washington on Friday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Friday, October 17.
Bundestag president reaffirms support for Ukraine
Germany, including its parliament, fully recognizes that Ukraine is fighting for its destiny and defending democracy in Europe, and will therefore continue to provide strong support to Kyiv.
Zelensky, Pavel discuss new defense initiatives during phone call
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with Czech President Petr Pavel, during which he expressed gratitude for Czechia's continued support and discussed new initiatives aimed at strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities.