Ukraine ready to assist Moldova amid Russian interference in elections – MFA
Kyiv is prepared to provide assistance to Chisinau to prevent destabilization in Moldova amid Russia's attempts to interfere in the country's parliamentary elections.
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17 September 2025
Military aid under PURL: Ukraine awaits official US confirmation on first packages
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomes the allocation of the first packages of military aid under the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) initiative.
Allies hope King Charles III can persuade Trump to put more pressure on Putin – Politico
The meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Britain's King Charles III during Trump's visit to the United Kingdom could lay the groundwork for convincing the American leader of the need to exert greater pressure on Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin.
Kremlin still seeks to use Zaporizhzhia NPP to power southern Russia – expert
Russia continues its attempts to restart the power units of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) and use its capacity to supply electricity to Russia's southern regions.
Metsola hands Stefanchuk Protocol on opening of European Parliament Office in Kyiv
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk has received from European Parliament President Roberta Metsola the protocol on the opening of the Permanent Representation Office of the European Parliament in Kyiv.
Ukrainian Parliament ratifies agreement on 100-year partnership with United Kingdom
The Verkhovna Rada has ratified the One Hundred Year Partnership Agreement between Ukraine and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Parliament adopts law on Military Ombudsman
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted, in its second reading, the law on the establishment of a Military Ombudsman.
Metsola: We are opening permanent representation of European Parliament in Kyiv
The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, will open a permanent representation of this institution in Kyiv.
European Parliament President Metsola to visit Kyiv
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola announced on Wednesday that she would visit the Ukrainian capital.
Trump administration approves first arms aid packages for Ukraine – Reuters
The first U.S. weapons aid packages for Ukraine from President Donald Trump’s administration, under a new financial arrangement with European allies, have been approved and are expected to be shipped soon.
16 September 2025
Trump says Modi thanked him for efforts to end war in Ukraine
US President Donald Trump said he had a great conversation with the Indian Prime Minister, despite tensions between the two countries over tariffs, and noted that Narendra Modi thanked him for his support in ending the Russian war.
Zelensky says Ukraine has responded positively to all US proposals to end war
Ukraine has responded positively to the US proposals to end the war.
UN Secretary General not optimistic about short-term progress in peace process in Ukraine
UN Secretary General António Guterres does not see prospects for short-term progress in ending Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Zelensky accepts letters of credence from Ambassadors of Cyprus, Latvia, and Pakistan
President Volodymyr Zelensky accepted the letters of credence from the newly appointed Ambassadors of Cyprus, Latvia, and Pakistan and held separate discussions with each of them on the most important areas of cooperation.
Ukraine submits report to European Commission on measures for opening first negotiation cluster
The Government Office for Coordination of European and Euro-Atlantic Integration has submitted the 2025 Report to the European Commission, detailing the implementation of measures required to open EU negotiations under Cluster 1, Fundamentals.
Trump on Russia's war against Ukraine: Zelensky has to make a deal
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "is going to have to make a deal" to end the war unleashed by Russia, while Europe, in his view, must stop buying Russian oil.
Zelensky urges partners not to give Russia time for war, but to impose sanctions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, following today's enemy attacks, called on Ukraine's partners, primarily the United States, European countries, and the Group of Seven, to step up sanctions pressure on Russia.
Denmark pressures Hungary but does not rule out alternative mechanisms to bring Ukraine closer to EU
During its presidency of the EU Council until the end of the year, Denmark plans to continue pressuring the Hungarian government to unblock the process of opening clusters in negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the European Union, but at the same time is working on alternative mechanisms that will allow Kyiv to move forward on the path of European integration without formally opening clusters.
Zelensky calls for “clear position” from Trump on Russia sanctions, security guarantees for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged U.S. President Donald Trump to take a “clear position” on a sanctions package against Russia and security guarantees for Ukraine, aiming to stop Russian leader Vladimir Putin and end the war.
Stefanishyna presents copies of credentials, officially begins mission as Ukraine's ambassador to US
On Monday, Olga Stefanishyna presented copies of her credentials in Washington, formally beginning her mission as Ukraine's ambassador to the United States.
15 September 2025
Sikorski in favor of imposing no-fly zone over Ukraine
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has proposed that NATO countries consider imposing a no-fly zone over Ukraine to protect the Alliance’s territory and citizens from Russian drones.
Rubio comments on potential Russia sanctions
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Trump administration fully understands which sanctions could be imposed on Russia. However, he noted that the final decision would be made directly by President Trump.
Drone neutralized over government buildings in Warsaw
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that security officers neutralized a drone over government buildings in central Warsaw on Monday. Two Belarusian citizens were detained.
All agreements on air defense systems must be implemented ahead of winter – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed the need to fully implement every agreement on the supply of air defense systems and missiles before the winter season.
Stefanishyna assumes duties as Ukraine's ambassador to US
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States, Olga Stefanishyna, began her diplomatic mission in Washington on Monday, September 15, with a moment of silence in honor of the defenders who gave their lives for Ukraine's independence and freedom.
Umerov, Kubilius discuss Ukraine's integration into EU defense industry
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov held a meeting with EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius and his team.
Kubilius says EU must boost efforts against fake news, notes new ideas emerging
European Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius considers the fight against disinformation to be an important element of defense.
Kubilius proposes unconventional EU defense approach: calls for “Big Bang” strategy
Given the serious security threat to the European continent posed by Russia, the standard step-by-step approach to increasing defense production and other elements of strengthening EU security is not appropriate.
“Drone wall” for EU should be built together with Ukraine - Kubilius
The European Union plans to actively involve Ukraine in creating a “wall against drones” on the eastern borders of the bloc, given Ukraine's extensive experience in shooting down Russian drones.
Ukraine declares Russia’s ‘elections’ in occupied territories illegal, will not recognize results – MFA statement
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine considers the results of the illegal “elections” held by Russia in temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories to be null and void.