Shmyhal thanks Czechs for “incredible support”
Ukraine is very grateful to the Czech Republic, which has been helping the nation since the first days of war, and is counting on its support in the process of becoming an EU member state.
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07 October 2022
Czech ministers to visit Kyiv in late October
Czech ministers will come to Kyiv at the end of October to take part in negotiations with their Ukrainian counterparts.
Ukraine's parliament approves draft state budget for 2023 at first reading
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted Ukraine's draft state budget for 2023 at first reading.
Shmyhal discusses support for Ukraine with Spanish, Portuguese PMs
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal discussed with his Spanish and Portuguese counterparts, Pedro Sanchez and Antonio Costa, the support for Ukraine and a joint bid to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Informal meeting of EU leaders kicks off in Prague Fri
Leaders of the European Union member states will be held on October 7 in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, which is presiding in the EU at the moment.
U.S. not in discussions on deploying nuclear arms in Poland - State Department
The United States is not in negotiations with Poland about the possible placement of nuclear weapons on its territory within the framework of the Nuclear Sharing program, and has no intention of doing so in countries that joined NATO after 1997.
Erdogan hopes for Ukraine, Russia to negotiate peace
Turkey is making great efforts to achieve positive results in ending the war in Ukraine and hopes for future talks between Ukraine and Russia.
06 October 2022
Media incorrectly quoting Zelensky's words about 'preemptive strike' against Russia – press secretary
Ukrainian presidential press secretary Serhii Nykyforov has denied the incorrect quoting by some media outlets of Volodymyr Zelensky's words about "preemptive strikes" against Russia if it decides to use nuclear weapons.
Zelensky awards USAID coordinator with Order of Princess Olga
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has awarded the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Samantha Power, with an Order of Princess Olga, 1st grade.
Shmyhal: Benelux countries will continue to provide security, financial assistance to Ukraine
Ukraine counts on financial and security assistance from the Benelux countries.
Ukraine expands its presence in Africa, plans to open embassy in Ghana
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ghana Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey in Accra as part of a tour of African countries.
PM Shmyhal calls on Greece to back Ukraine's bid for NATO membership
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal called on Greece to support Ukraine's bid for NATO membership and to promote the inclusion of Odesa in the list of UNESCO World Heritage List.
European Parliament calls for massive increase of military assistance to Ukraine
Members of the European Parliament adopted a resolution calling on the world to increase military assistance to Ukraine amid the Russian military aggression.
Shmyhal meets with Slovenia’s prime minister
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Prime Minister of Slovenia Robert Golob have discussed strengthening sanctions against Russia and punishing this country for committed war crimes.
EU adopts latest package of Russia sanctions over illegal annexation of Ukraine's territories
In light of Russia’s escalating war of aggression against Ukraine and the illegal annexation of Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhia and Kherson regions, the European Union decided today to impose a new package of economic and individual sanctions against Russia.
Putin chooses to close doors to diplomacy, dialog with West - Borrell
With his actions, including a speech at the event dedicated to the illegitimate annexation by Russia of the temporarily captured areas of Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin has openly declared the West an enemy and closed the door to dialog or diplomacy, as well as to Russia’s participation in the European Political Community.
USAID administrator arrives in Kyiv
Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Samantha Power has arrived in Kyiv.
Ukraine will take part in European Political Community meeting
On October 6, Ukraine will participate in the first meeting of the European Political Community in Prague.
05 October 2022
Path to NATO: Zhovkva discusses Ukraine’s application with Portuguese, Spanish diplomats
Deputy Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Ihor Zhovkva had phone consultations with Diplomatic Advisor to the Prime Minister of the Portuguese Republic Fernando Morgado and Diplomatic Advisor to the Prime Minister of Spain Emma Aparici.
Zelensky, Stoltenberg coordinate further steps on Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration
In a phone call, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg coordinated further steps on the path of Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration.
Putin should be held accountable for attempted annexation of Ukrainian lands - Britain
Britain's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office says the government will never recognize attempts to seize territories by force, and advocates bringing Russian President Vladimir Putin to justice for his “brutality.”
MP Renat Kuzmin charged with high treason
The State Bureau of Investigation has issued a suspicion notice to People's Deputy Renat Kuzmin on high treason charges.
Council of EU reaches agreement on 8th package of sanctions against Russia
The Council of the EU reached an agreement on the 8th package of sanctions against Russia.
04 October 2022
Zelensky invites Brothers of Italy party leader to visit Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Giorgia Meloni, the leader of the Brothers of Italy party, have discussed the importance of supporting Ukraine after the formation of the new Italian government, the issue of sanctions against Russia, and a ban on issuing tourist visas to Russians.
Germany hadn’t listened too carefully to partners’ assessment of Russia, Baerbock admits
Europe has become stronger since Germany took a common line with other EU members regarding Russia.
Zelensky speaks with India’s Modi, invites PM to visit Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, the issue of Russia's sham referenda in the temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories, food and nuclear security, and invited him to visit Ukraine.
Ukraine condemns DPRK missile launch over Japan: “provocative and irresponsible step”
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine strongly condemns the launch of a ballistic missile by the DPRK over the territory of Japan on October 4.
MFA Iran spox says backs Ukraine’s territorial integrity
Iran stresses the need for fully observing countries’ territorial integrity as a fundamental rule of international law and for respecting principles and goals of the UN Charter.
Zelensky declares Putin’s decrees on ‘independence’ of several Ukraine’s regions null and void
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky declared the decrees of the Russian president on the recognition of Crimea, so-called "LPR" and "DPR", Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions as "independent", as well as other decisions on the implementation of these decrees, null and void.
Ukraine’s ambassador, Estonia’s interior minister discuss forced migration
Estonia will continue to allow entry into the country to the forced migrants from Ukraine and all those entitled to temporary protection.