NATO secretary general concerned about Russia's possible use of nuclear weapons in space
NATO is concerned that Russia may soon deploy nuclear weapons in space.
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Dutch defense minister says deployment of contingent to Ukraine possible after ceasefire
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans has said that the deployment of a future European contingent to Ukraine would be possible only after a ceasefire has been achieved.
Ukrainian MFA criticizes social network X for censoring Russian crimes against Ukrainian children
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhii Tykhyi criticized the social network X for marking posts about the deaths of Ukrainian children due to Russian aggression as "sensitive content" and for concealing Russian war crimes.
12 April 2025
Ukraine expects Turkey to play active role in supporting peace efforts – Sybiha
Ukraine expects Turkey to take an active role in supporting peace efforts, and bilateral relations with this important country in the Black Sea region will continue to strengthen.
Trump extends Biden's Russia sanctions executive order for one year
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order extending for one year the sanctions against Russia that were introduced in April 2021 by President Joe Biden due to the Russian government's harmful foreign activities, and later expanded in March 2022 after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Three African countries to end accreditation of non-resident ambassadors via Moscow – Sybiha
At least three African nations will stop accrediting their non-resident ambassadors through Moscow, a move expected to strengthen and intensify bilateral relations with Ukraine.
Ukraine's FM, CoE, OSCE secretaries general discuss holding Russia accountable
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held meetings with the secretaries general of the Council of Europe and the OSCE on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.
Ukraine's foreign minister meets with counterparts from Slovakia, Moldova
On the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has held talks with his Slovak and Moldovan counterparts on cooperation and regional stability.
Dutch foreign minister arrives in Lviv
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp has arrived in Lviv to take part in a conference focused on supporting Ukraine's integration into the European Union.
Duda says Trump best chance for ending Russia's war against Ukraine
Polish President Andrzej Duda believes that U.S. President Donald Trump has a strong chance of ending Russia's war against Ukraine, but any peace must be just and lasting.
Ramstein-27: record setting commitments and electronic warfare capability coalition for Ukraine
Here Ukrinform is summing up the outcomes of the April 11 Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting of Ukraine’s allies in Brussel
Kellogg says The Times misquoted his position on Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg stated that the British publication The Times misinterpreted his words when he spoke about a possible division of responsibilities among Western stabilization forces in Ukraine.
Ukraine establishes diplomatic relations with Somalia
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Somalia's State Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ali Mohamed Omar, have signed a protocol establishing diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Britain considers five-year deployment of peacekeepers in Ukraine - The Telegraph
An international peacekeeping force led by the United Kingdom and France may stay in Ukraine for up to five years to monitor Russia's compliance with the terms of peace.
11 April 2025
Sybiha thanks Estonia for leadership in countering Russia's 'shadow fleet'
On Friday, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha thanked Estonia for its leadership in countering Russia's "shadow fleet' during a phone call with his Estonian counterpart, Margus Tsahkna.
Witkoff proposed Trump give Russia ownership of four Ukrainian regions – Reuters
After meeting with Russian representative Kirill Dmitriev in Washington, U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff later met with President Donald Trump at the White House and conveyed a clear message that for quick results in the negotiations, four Ukrainian regions should be handed over to Russia.
US ready to use leverage to achieve progress in Ukraine peace talks – White House
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has stated that President Donald Trump is dissatisfied with both Russia and Ukraine and that the United States is prepared to use its leverage to help achieve results in peace negotiations.
Umerov announces creation of Ukraine-EU working group to assess defense projects
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has announced the establishment of a joint Ukraine-EU working group to assess opportunities for implementing projects in the defense sector.
U.S., Ukraine resume talks on minerals deal – NYT
The United States and Ukraine have resumed negotiations on a natural resources agreement, which U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly views as a way for Ukraine to “recoup” the irreversible aid it has received from the U.S., as passed by both chambers of U.S. Congress.
Parliament preparing draft legislation on post-war elections – Speaker
Elections to be held in Ukraine after the end of martial law do not fall under any classification outlined in the Constitution. Therefore, a separate legislative act will be required to organize so-called "post-regular" elections.
Ukraine needs 10 Patriot systems: Zelensky addresses Ramstein participants from Kryvyi Rih
President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the participants of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting in the Ramstein format directly from Kryvyi Rih, emphasizing the urgent need to bolster Ukraine’s air defenses.
Trump urges Russia to "get moving" in peace settlement process
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Russia must "get moving" as thousands of people are dying in the war in Ukraine.
Stefanchuk on demobilization: Parliament must avoid repeating Central Rada's 1919 mistake
When considering the draft law on demobilization, the Verkhovna Rada will rely on the opinion of the country's top military leadership in order not to make the same political mistake as the Ukrainian Central Rada did in 1919.
UDCG members pledge EUR 21B in military support to Ukraine – Healey
The participating countries of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG), which met today in Brussels, pledged to allocate EUR 21 billion in military assistance to Ukraine.
Russia should not count on end to support for Ukraine – Pistorius
Europeans will ensure that Ukraine maintains a strong army, as this is key to securing peace on the continent. Therefore, Russia should not expect international support for Kyiv to wane.
Sybiha: It’s month since Russia rejects 30-day ceasefire proposal, escalates terror
It has been one month since Russia rejected the complete 30-day ceasefire proposed by the United States. Instead, Russia set conditions and demands and continued to escalate terror.
Envoy Witkoff visits Russia again for talks with Putin – media
U.S. President’s special envoy Steve Witkoff has arrived in Russia, where he is scheduled to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin on Friday, April 11.
Ambassador Brink stepping down due to disagreements with Trump Administration — FT
U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink is stepping down from her role amid escalating political disagreements with President Donald Trump’s administration.
Roman Kostenko, Secretary of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence
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