NATO to hold extraordinary meeting amid Russian military buildup near Ukraine
NATO foreign ministers will hold an extraordinary virtual meeting on January 7 in the wake of a continued buildup of Russian forces in and around Ukraine's borders.
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04 January 2022
Borrell: No decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine
Ukraine has the right and freedom to choose its unions and partnerships, and no one will be deciding things related to Ukraine without Ukraine, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell has said.
No significant contradictions, conflicts between China, Ukraine - Ambassador Fan Xianrong
There are no significant contradictions and conflicts between China and Ukraine as the parties seek to resolve all issues through friendly consultations.
It's time to realize NATO's promise to Ukraine - Rasmussen
Now is the time to realize the promise NATO made to Ukraine and Georgia in 2008 and give them seats at the table of the military alliance, former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen has said.
OSCE Chairmanship: Poland vows priority to Ukrainian issues
During the Polish chairmanship in the OSCE, Ukrainian issues will dominate the agenda.
Borrell to visit Ukraine on first foreign trip this year
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell will pay a working visit to Ukraine on January 4-6.
Blinken, Cavusoglu discuss Russian threat to Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu have discussed the threat of Russian escalation in Ukraine.
Xi Jinping: China ready to make efforts to successfully develop cooperation with Ukraine
China is ready to make efforts to take advantage of the 30th anniversary of China–Ukraine diplomatic relations as a good opportunity to achieve even greater success in all areas of cooperation.
03 January 2022
House Intelligence Committee chair: Russia's invasion going to bring NATO closer to Russia
House Intelligence Committee chair Adam Schiff says that Russia's invasion of Ukraine would only bring NATO's assets closer to Russia's borders.
Ukraine, United State mark 30th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations
Today, January 3, Ukraine and the United States mark the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
Ambassador: Ukraine to get additional assistance from United States this year
In 2022, Ukraine is expected to receive additional assistance from the United States, apart from the projected $300 million.
Ukraine looks forward to support from France during its presidency of EU
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated President of France Emmanuel Macron on the start of the French Presidency of the Council of the European Union and expressed hope for support for Ukraine’s European aspirations.
Biden: United States will respond decisively if Russia further invades Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden had a telephone conversation with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday.
31 December 2021
Ambassador tells of Ukraine's expectations of Poland's chairmanship in OSCE
The year 2022 when Poland will be presiding over the OSCE might see escalation in Ukraine’s east and near the country's borders.
Germany to chair G7 Ambassadors’ Reform Group in Ukraine from Jan 1
On January 1, Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Ukraine Melinda Simmons will hand over the chairmanship of the G7 Ambassadors’ Reform Group in Ukraine to the Ambassador of Germany, Anka Feldhusen.
Biden warns Putin of comprehensive sanctions should Russia escalate - Kremlin
In a phone call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Joe Biden warned him that large-scale economic, financial, and political sanctions would be introduced in the event of further escalation around Ukraine on the part of Russia.
First Ukrainian oligarchs could be named in May - Danilov
Secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council Oleksiy Danilov has said that the first Ukrainian oligarchs could be designated in May and included in the relevant register.
Biden calls on Putin to de-escalate tensions with Ukraine - White House
U.S. President Joe Biden in a phone call with Vladimir Putin called on the Russian leader to reduce tensions in the region, which have intensified recently due to Russia's military build-up.
30 December 2021
Danilov says Russia now cannot carry out large-scale invasion of Ukraine
Secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council Oleksiy Danilov has said that Russia now cannot even physically carry out a large-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Germany’s top diplomat dodges question on defensive arms supply to Ukraine
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbok shares the view that the task now is to “prevent further escalation” around Ukraine. At the same time, she avoids questions about the possibility of supplying Kyiv with defense weapons.
President’s Office comments on expectations of Zelensky’s possible call with Biden
A phone call President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to have with U.S. President Joseph Biden following the latter’s call with Russia’s Vladimir Putin would be a logical continuation of the existing format of talks between the two countries.
Estonian president to visit Ukraine early next year
Estonian President Alar Karis plans to visit Ukraine in early 2022.
Putin aims to split Ukraine into two or three parts - NSDC secretary
Russian President Vladimir Putin's goal is to split Ukraine into several parts.
U.S., France, Germany, UK coordinate steps to deter Russia - State Department
On Wednesday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke over the phone with the top diplomats of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom to discuss a joint response to Russia's actions.
UK, other NATO members will respond strongly to Russia's further aggression toward Ukraine - Truss
The United Kingdom and other NATO members will respond strongly to a further Russian military incursion into Ukraine by imposing coordinated sanctions that will seriously damage Russia's interests and economy.
Biden, Zelensky to speak over phone soon - White House
The presidents of the United States and Ukraine will hold phone talks in the near future to discuss the threats coming from the Russian Federation, as well as America’s dialogue with Russia in various formats.
Trilateral Contact Group to meet on Jan 26
The next meeting of the Trilateral Contact Group will take place on January 26, 2022, the Ukrainian delegation to the TCG has announced on Facebook.
Poroshenko’s allies hit with searches in “Donbas coal” case
The State Bureau of Investigation conducted a series of warranted searches in the case investigating coal supplies from the occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
U.S. reiterates unwavering support for Ukraine ahead of talks with Russia
The United States has reiterated its unwavering support for Ukraine ahead of diplomatic talks with Russia on military escalation near the Ukrainian border, according to a statement released by the U.S. Department of State.
Zelensky, Blinken discuss steps to counter Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine had a phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.