No probability of Kharkiv being occupied - Reznikov
As of today, it’s totally unlikely that Russian troops will occupy the city of Kharkiv.
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31 January 2022
Greek foreign minister to visit Ukraine
Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias will make a visit to Ukraine as a sign of support for the country, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has said.
Heads of government of three countries to visit Ukraine this week
The prime ministers of the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Poland will pay working visits to Kyiv this week.
Ambassador Markarova: No friction between Ukraine, U.S.
Relations between Ukraine and the United States are now at the highest level throughout the 30 years of Ukraine's independence.
British Foreign Secretary to visit Ukraine this week
Liz Truss, Britain’s Foreign Secretary, will pay a visit to Ukraine this week.
Putin needs internal destabilization, riots in Kyiv across Ukraine’s regions – delegate to TCG
Russia will not launch a full-scale offensive against Ukraine, as a direct attack will lead to "deadly" Western sanctions, which President Vladimir Putin fears.
Kuleba to Putin: Take care of your own people instead of wasting billions on wars
Russian President Vladimir Putin should focus on his own country’s internal affairs, instead of wasting resources on threatening neighbors.
Kuleba calls on Russia to withdraw troops if it really does not want war
Russia must withdraw the troops it amassed near Ukraine's borders if it does not really want a new war.
29 January 2022
Zelensky thanks Branson, global business community for supporting Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky thanked billionaire Richard Branson and the global business community for their support for Ukraine.
FM Kuleba, U.S. Congress delegation discuss ways to deter Russia from aggression
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba and members of the U.S. Congress bipartisan delegation discussed the ways to implement a comprehensive package to deter Russia from further aggression.
Zelensky, Macron discuss resumption of Normandy format activities
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a telephone conversation with President of France Emmanuel Macron on January 28.
28 January 2022
Bills on new Russia sanctions could be passed within weeks - Congressman
Legislation laying down new sanctions against Russia in case the Kremlin proceeds with invading Ukraine could be approved in a matter of weeks.
Second delegation of U.S. congressmen reaffirms bipartisan unity in support of Ukraine
In the U.S. Congress, there is unwavering bipartisan support for Ukraine's territorial integrity against the background of the aggressive policy pursued by the Russian Federation and the threats it poses.
Russia hiding preparations for war under slogans of peace – U.S. embassy
The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine has warned that the Kremlin's propaganda machine is running at full speed to hide its preparations for war under slogans of peace.
Polish PM to visit Ukraine on Feb 2
Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki is planning to visit Ukraine on Tuesday, February 2.
Kuleba comments on Baerbock's statement on Ukraine's NATO prospects
Minister for Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba has commented on the statement by German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbok, who said that the issue of Ukraine's accession to NATO would not be on the agenda any time soon.
Disappearances in occupied Donbas, Crimea: PACE passes resolution with Ukrainian amendments on Russia
At a meeting on Thursday, the PACE approved Resolution "Ending Enforced Disappearances on the Territory of the Council of Europe," which was amended at the initiative of the Ukrainian delegation.
U.S. convening UNSC meeting to address Russian aggression
The United States is convening an open meeting of the UN Security Council on Monday to discuss "Russia's threatening behavior against Ukraine and the build-up of Russian troops on Ukraine's borders and in Belarus."
Kuleba, Borrell discuss preparation of sanctions against Russia
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba discussed the preparation of sanctions against Russia with EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell.
Ukraine draws OSCE's attention to Russia's naval drills in Black Sea
Ukraine raised the issue before the OSCE member states of the exercises held by Russian naval strike and landing groups in the Black Sea.
Turkey calls for easing Ukraine-Russia tensions
Turkey's National Security Council has called for easing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, urging both parties to remain prudent.
Zelensky-Biden call: President’s Office reveals details
The presidents of Ukraine and the United States have held their second phone call since year-start, demonstrating deep strategic cooperation between the two nations.
PM Shmyhal meets with G7, EU ambassadors
On January 27, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal had a meeting with the ambassadors of the Group of Seven (G7) and the European Union.
Biden, Scholz to discuss Ukraine on Feb 7 - White House
U.S. President Joe Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will hold a meeting on February 7 to discuss the situation around Ukraine and joint steps to deter Russian aggression.
27 January 2022
Zelensky sees meeting of Normandy format advisors as constructive
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has praised a meeting of advisers to the leaders of the Normandy Format countries, its constructive nature, as well as the intention to continue meaningful talks in two weeks in Berlin, the presidential press service has said.
Russia will stay on diplomatic path for next two weeks at least, Kuleba believes
Russia is likely to stay on the diplomatic path for the next two weeks at least, until the next meeting of advisers to the Normandy format leaders.
Helmets and bunker near Odesa: Baerbock outlines Germany’s support to Ukraine
Germany supports Ukraine in the military sphere as evidenced by the decision to supply 5,000 protective helmets.
Ukraine, Denmark foreign ministers discuss preparation of EU’s sanctions against Russia
During a meeting in Copenhagen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Denmark Jeppe Kofod discussed the preparation of the EU’s package of tough economic sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Baerbock: Nord Stream 2 to be among sanctions if Russia invades Ukraine
The sanctions package to be imposed on Russia in case of its further military action against Ukraine includes the issue of Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline.
Zelensky, Nauseda discuss security situation
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda in a phone call discussed the security situation along the Ukrainian border and in temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.