NATO invitation should extend to Ukraine’s entire territory - Zelensky
If the goal is to actually end the war, Ukraine should receive a formal invitation to join NATO.
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Dutch top diplomat praises EU sanctions targeting Russia's "shadow fleet"
The Foreign Minister of the Netherlands, Caspar Veldkamp, noted that the new EU sanctions package targets Russia's "shadow fleet" of tankers, welcoming the adoption of the 15th package.
Zelensky, Spain’s Sanchez discuss joint actions to achieve peace for Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez joint efforts toward ensuring peace for Ukraine.
Former Ukrainian FM praises creation of European contact group to end war
A contact group consisting of France, Britain, Germany, Poland and Denmark to develop a common European position on ending the war against Ukraine could prepare common ideas before US President-elect Donald Trump officially takes office, as he has not yet announced his stance.
Ukraine should agree on new consulate general with Poznan authorities - Polish MFA
Kyiv must resolve the issue of the possible functioning of the Consulate General of Ukraine in Poznan with the city authorities. The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly encourages the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to establish this consular office
EU ambassadors agree on 15th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting in particular ‘shadow fleet’
On Wednesday, December 11, European Union ambassadors agreed on a new package of sanctions against Russia in response to its aggression against Ukraine.
Zelensky on Orban's call to Putin: Talks about peace cannot be held without Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, commenting on a phone call between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Vladimir Putin, emphasized that talks about the war waged by Russia cannot be held without Ukraine.
Turner says NATO aims to strengthen Ukraine's battlefield capabilities
The NATO Representation in Ukraine is focused on strengthening Ukraine's defensive and offensive capabilities on the battlefield.
Scholz: Peace in Ukraine to be key issue in Germany's next elections
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has stated that citizens will decide the direction of Germany's policy during the upcoming elections, with one of the central issues being the pursuit of peace in Ukraine.
Zelensky, Tusk to exchange visits early next year - Polish PM
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced plans to visit Ukraine early next year, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will travel to Poland as part of events marking Poland's assumption of the presidency of the European Union.
Orban, Putin discuss Ukraine
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban had a phone call with Kremlin dictator Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, December 11.
In Warsaw, Macron to talk of international troops in Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron will arrive in Warsaw on Thursday to discuss, among other things, the possible deployment of a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine.
NATO's Turner comments on poll regarding nukes as security guarantee
Senior NATO Representative to Ukraine Patrick Turner said it is worrying sign that about a third of Ukrainians for the first time see the development of nuclear weapons as the best security guarantee for their country, urging the nation not to follow this path.
Russia intends to supply fighter jets to North Korea - ISW
Russia is expected to provide North Korea with fighter jets amid expanding military partnership between the two countries.
Ukraine’s PM Shmyhal arrives in Berlin to meet Chancellor Scholz
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal arrived on a visit to Berlin, where he will hold meetings with Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck, as well as participate in the Ukrainian-German Business Forum.
Zelensky explained Ukraine's need for security guarantees at meeting with Trump - Reuters
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky used his first meeting with Donald Trump since the U.S. election to explain Ukraine's need for security guarantees in any negotiated end to the war with Russia, two sources familiar with the Dec. 7 discussions said.
Canada’s Parliament approves nearly USD 600M in military aid for Ukraine
The House of Commons of Canada has approved the allocation of 764 million Canadian dollars (approximately 587 million USD) for military aid to Ukraine.
10 December 2024
Zelensky meets with MEPs, thanks EU for EUR 4.2B tranche and support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked the European Union for approving a EUR 4.2 billion tranche under the Ukraine Facility.
EU needs increased fiscal capacity to address common defense
The Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D) is in contact with EU member states to ensure that they increase their individual defense budgets while the EU requires higher fiscal capacity to address emerging challenges, such as defense, alongside traditional policies.
Yermak named among Politico's most influential people in Europe
U.S. media outlet Politico has included Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, in its annual ranking of the most influential people in Europe.
Frozen Russian assets, long-range capabilities, Russia sanctions: MEP speaks of S&D group’s priorities
The Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D), European Parliament’s second-largest group, is working on at least three directions in terms of supporting Ukraine in the ongoing war unleashed by Russia.
World has chance to expand definition of ‘blood diamond’ due to Russia's aggression against Ukraine – ambassador
Given the scale of Russia's aggression against Ukraine, the world has a chance to expand the definition of a “conflict” or “blood” diamond and take it beyond local internal conflicts.
Stefanchuk discusses strengthening of air defense capabilities, arms supplies with MEPs
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk met with a delegation of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats political group in the European Parliament.
Explaining: EU aid, Merz’s visit, Russian provocations in Ukraine’s rear
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine.
Scale of Russia's atrocities against Ukrainian people since 2022 unprecedented - MFA
The scale of Russia's atrocities against the Ukrainian people since 2022 has been unprecedented, and the aggressor must be held accountable and forced to adhere to international norms, rather than seeking to destroy them.
Merz calls for close Europe-U.S. coordination on allowing Ukraine strikes into Russia
The leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and candidate for chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has underscored the need for close coordination between Europe and the United States on permitting Ukraine to strike targets deep inside Russia.
Putin only afraid of Trump, possibly China - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine says Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin is only afraid of the newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump and, possibly, China.
09 December 2024
Stefanishyna, Sikorski discuss Ukraine's EU integration during Poland's EU presidency
Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, Minister of Justice Olha Stefanishyna met with Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in Warsaw on Monday to discuss Ukraine's European integration prospects during Poland's upcoming EU presidency.
Ukrainian speaker, Estonian PM discuss countering Russian propaganda
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk and Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal held a meeting in the Ukrainian parliament to discuss joint efforts in cybersecurity and combating Russian propaganda.