Ukraine, France sign bilateral documents
Ukraine and France have signed five bilateral documents following a meeting between Presidents Volodymyr Zelensky and Emmanuel Macron, the Ukrainian president's press service has said.
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08 February 2022
Macron calls on all parties to move towards implementation of Minsk agreements
French President Emmanuel Macron has said he thinks the implementation of the Minsk agreements is the only way to achieve lasting peace in eastern Ukraine and calls on all parties to move towards their full implementation.
Zelensky awaits Normandy format summit soon
President Volodymyr Zelensky says that the peaceful settlement of the situation in the east was one of the key issues at talks with President of France Emmanuel Macron and hopes the Normandy format summit will take place in the near future.
Shmyhal, Slovak Deputy PM discuss cooperation in digitalization
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Veronika Rémišová, Slovak Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Investments, Regional development and Informatization, discussed cooperation in the area of digitalization.
Czech foreign minister: Russia's ultimatums are not a way to hold negotiations
The Slavkov format member states – Austria, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia – stand firmly on Ukraine's side.
Ukraine, France will continue cooperation on return of occupied territories - Zelensky
Ukraine and France will continue cooperation on the return of temporarily occupied territories to Ukraine's control, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
Zelensky appoints Zvarych as Ukraine's ambassador to Poland
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Vasyl Zvarych as Ukraine's ambassador to Poland.
Parliament plans to update legislation on personal data protection – Stefanchuk
The Ukrainian parliament plans to update legislation on personal data protection and electronic trust services.
PM Shmyhal discusses support for Ukraine with foreign ministers of Austria, Slovakia, Czech Republic
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal discussed European prospects and the consolidation of efforts to support Ukraine with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Austria Alexander Schallenberg, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Slovakia Ivan Korčok, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic Jan Lipavský.
Media spotlight on Russian proxies undermines efforts to hold Russia accountable – MFA Ukraine
Media attention to Russian proxy forces in eastern Ukraine creates a false reality and undermines efforts to bring Russia to responsibility for its crimes.
Zelensky, Macron meet at Mariinsky Palace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Ukraine sees no efforts by Russia to de-escalate situation - Kuleba
Ukraine now does not see any withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine's borders and no efforts by Russia to de-escalate the situation.
Any further aggression will have severe consequences for Russia - Estonian parliament speaker
Russia must end the war in eastern Ukraine immediately, and any attempt to increase aggression will have severe consequences for the Kremlin.
Russia has been trying to push Normandy format out of negotiation process, Ukraine official says
Russia has been working to completely discredit and knock the Normandy format out of the negotiation process over the past year, so the current return to its active phase sends a good signal.
Japan lower house approves resolution in support of Ukraine
The House of Representatives of Japan has approved a resolution in support of Ukraine, Ukrinform reports referring to Kyodo News.
Ukraine to work with Hungary to unblock membership in CyberNATO - Kuleba
Ukraine will be working with Hungary to unblock the country’s accession to the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defense Center of Excellence, while not intending to do so at the expense of its own interests.
Macron arrives in Ukraine – French ambassador
French President Emmanuel Macron and French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian have arrived in Ukraine.
Germany ready to pay high price in event of new Russian aggression against Ukraine - Baerbock
Germany is ready to pay a high economic price if Russia resorts to further aggression against Ukraine, because it is about its security.
Minsk agreements “base” for resolving "Ukrainian issue" - Macron
President of France Emmanuel Macron says he sees Minsk accords as the base for resolving the "Ukrainian issue" so he will discuss this with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky at a meeting in Kyiv on February 8.
Shmyhal, Baerbock discuss defense, energy security, economy
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Annalena Baerbock discussed defense, energy security, and economic issues during a meeting in Kyiv on February 7.
U.S., Europe ready for 'high-impact, quick action response' to Russia's aggression - Blinken
The United States, along with European allies and partners, prefers a diplomatic approach to resolving differences with Russia, but if Moscow strengthens its aggression, the U.S. is ready for a "high-impact, quick action" response in the form of sanctions.
Biden administration working to increase aid to Ukraine - Blinken
The U.S. administration continues to work closely with U.S. Congress and allies to increase assistance to Ukraine and help it defend itself against Russian aggression.
Next few days to be crucial for stabilization, de-escalation - Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron says the coming days will be vital to stabilizing the situation and achieving de-escalation around Ukraine’s borders.
07 February 2022
German foreign minister arrives in Ukraine
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has arrived in Ukraine.
Elysee Palace confirms Macron's visit to Ukraine on Feb 8
French President Emmanuel Macron will make a visit to Ukraine on Tuesday, February 8.
Russian aggression: Kuleba speaks of Ukraine’s "red lines"
There will be no concessions on the issue of Ukraine's territorial integrity and no direct dialogue with the temporarily occupied areas – these are some of the "red lines" drawn by Ukraine.
Stoltenberg thanks Erdogan for support of Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has thanked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his efforts to find a political solution to the situation around Ukraine.
Baerbock ahead of Ukraine visit: Peace in Europe at stake
Germany stands on the side of Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression and remains ready to respond, together with partners.
Kuleba to discuss arms supplies to Ukraine with Baerbock and Macron
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba will raise the issue of military supplies to Ukraine during the talks with foreign ministers of Germany and France in Kyiv.
Normandy format advisors may meet this week – German govt spokesperson
A meeting in the Normandy format at the level of political advisors may take place this week, according to German government spokeswoman Christiane Hoffmann.