Tribunal for war criminals most likely to be held in The Hague – MP
Various options have been considered for the location of the International Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression. Currently, The Hague remains the most likely location.
Politics
23 April 2025
Zelensky reminds of 2018 Crimea Declaration amid U.S. statements
President Volodymyr Zelensky responded to criticism of his statements regarding Crimea by Donald Trump and reminded the public of a declaration by the Secretary of State in Trump's first administration, Mike Pompeo, which rejected the Russian annexation.
Important meetings in London help coordinate positions – Sybiha
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that during today’s meetings in London, the parties managed to coordinate their positions and reaffirmed their commitment to lasting peace and security.
Umerov in London: only consolidated position can force Russia to stop war
Only a firm and consolidated position can compel Russia to stop the war against Ukraine.
Witkoff, Putin set to meet on Friday – media
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff is scheduled to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Friday.
Ukrainian delegation discusses pathways to just peace with General Kellogg in London
A meeting took place in London between the Ukrainian delegation and Keith Kellogg, the U.S. President’s special envoy, during which they discussed pathways toward a just peace.
Trump calls Ukraine’s refusal to recognize Russian occupation of Crimea “harmful”
U.S. President Donald Trump called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement that Ukraine will not legally recognize the occupation of Crimea "very harmful to the peace negotiations."
CCD: Russia has funded 80 information campaigns targeting Western humanitarian missions in 22 African countries
Russian propaganda is spreading statements about Russia's alleged success in helping African countries overcome epidemics, while sponsoring about 80 information campaigns against Western humanitarian missions in 22 countries.
Ukraine's territorial integrity is a demand from Europeans in negotiations - Elysee Palace
Respect for Ukraine's territorial integrity remains a “strong” demand from European nations.
China opposes Ukraine’s accusations of assisting Russia in manufacturing military goods
China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed Ukraine’s accusations regarding Chinese companies' involvement in the production of military goods for Russia, calling them ‘unwarranted’.
Meeting of Ukrainian, UK Foreign, Defense Ministers begins in London
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov have begun a meeting in London with their British counterparts, David Lammy (Foreign Secretary) and John Healey (Defense Secretary).
U.S. expects territorial concessions from Ukraine and Russia – J.D. Vance
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance stated that the United States expects both Ukraine and Russia to give up parts of the territories they currently control in order to reach a peace agreement.
Yermak, Umerov, Sybiha arrive in London
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andrii Yermak, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha have arrived in London.
UK confirms ministerial Ukraine peace talks in London postponed
The UK Foreign Office has confirmed that peace negotiations aimed at resolving Russia’s war against Ukraine — planned at the level of foreign ministers from the UK, the U.S., France, Germany, and Ukraine — have been postponed.
MP: Council of Europe and ICC unlikely to bring Russia's leaders to justice
The Council of Europe and the International Criminal Court will not be able to bring Russia's top military and political leadership to justice for the crime of aggression against Ukraine.
Ukraine’s MFA summons Chinese ambassador over support for Russia in war
Chinese Ambassador to Ukraine Ma Shengkun was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs over concerns regarding the involvement of Chinese citizens in the war on Russia’s side and the participation of Chinese companies in manufacturing weapons for Russia.
22 April 2025
Putin invites Witkoff to freeze front line in Ukraine - FT
During a meeting with Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff in St. Petersburg, Vladimir Putin proposed to stop the invasion of Ukraine along the entire current front line.
Zelensky: Russia trying to push U.S. out of negotiations
Russia is trying to push the United States out of the peace talks to show its leadership, President Volodymyr Zelensky is convinced.
Zelensky ready to meet Trump in Vatican
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his readiness to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in the Vatican.
Zelensky announces upcoming meetings with presidents of South Africa, Poland, Czechia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that he will soon hold a series of talks with world leaders, including President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, President Andrzej Duda of Poland, and President Petr Pavel of the Czech Republic.
Zelensky: Trump's 'proposals' published in the media not official US position
The "proposals" from the U.S. regarding the settlement of the war, including recognizing Crimea as Russian, Ukraine giving up its plans to join NATO, establishing a neutral zone around the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), and other points, published in foreign media, do not reflect the official position of the U.S.
Non-NATO countries cannot veto Ukraine's accession to alliance – Zelensky
Countries that are not members of NATO, including Russia, cannot veto Ukraine's accession to the military alliance.
Ukrainian delegation in London will have mandate to discuss ceasefire – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the Ukrainian delegation taking part in tomorrow's talks in London -- held in the "Europe plus U.S." format (France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Ukraine, and the United States) -- will have a mandate to negotiate a full or partial ceasefire.
Ukraine's proposal to halt strikes on civilian infrastructure remains on table – Zelensky
Ukraine's proposal to halt strikes on civilian infrastructure remains on the table, but it requires genuine readiness from Russia to engage in dialogue. There are no impasses on the Ukrainian side, nor will there be any.
Ukrainian MFA on Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia: "Russia won’t stop until it is stopped"
Russia, which continues to deliberately kill Ukrainian civilians every day, will not stop until it is stopped.
Polish FM on "Easter truce": Ukraine knows Putin well and understands the value of his declarations
Poland has commented on the “Easter truce,” noting that Ukraine knows Putin very well and appreciates his declarations of a ceasefire.
Presidential Office preparing Zelensky's visit to Rome to pay respects to pontiff
Ukraine's Presidential Office is awaiting the announcement of the funeral date for Pope Francis and is preparing President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Rome to bid farewell to the late pontiff.
Ukraine, France coordinate positions ahead of London talks
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot have coordinated their positions ahead of international peace talks in London.
Rubio, Witkoff, Kellogg to represent U.S. at London talks – Bloomberg
The U.S. delegation to the negotiations in London on ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia will include Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Trump’s special envoys Steve Witkoff and Keith Kellogg.