New Polish ambassador hands over copies of credentials to Ukraine
On December 14, Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Yevhen Perebyinis received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of Poland to Ukraine, Jaroslaw Guzy.
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Russia excluded from Danube Commission
The Danube Commission at a meeting on December 14 decided to exclude Russia because of its missile and drone strikes on the Lower Danube.
Hungary's Orban names conditions for unblocking EUR 50B in EU aid to Ukraine
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said that he is ready to support the allocation of EUR 50 billion in EU aid to Ukraine if Budapest receives all the funds frozen by the European Commission.
Ukraine's defense minister invites Türkiye to join 'maritime coalition'
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has proposed that Türkiye join the new "maritime capability coalition" to strengthen security in the Black Sea.
EU publishes official document on launch of accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova
The European Council, on the first day of summit, December 14, published its conclusions on Ukraine, enlargement and reforms, envisaging the decision of the heads of EU Member States and governments to begin accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova.
Pope not planning to visit Ukraine yet – Ukraine's ambassador to the Vatican
Pope Francis is not planning to visit Ukraine yet, as he wants to wait for his visit to be a symbol of ending the war.
European Council reaffirms unwavering support for Ukraine - EU summit conclusions
The European Council, whose two-day summit is taking place in Brussels, adopted conclusions on Ukraine on the first day of its work, as well as the expansion of reforms, which reflect the EU's official position of unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression and on the way to EU membership.
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Vice PM: EU decides on launch of accession talks with no strings attached
The decision of the European Council to start negotiations with Ukraine on the nation’s accession to the EU is "clean" and contains no additional conditions.
Following EuCo decision on launch of accession talks, Zelensky thanks Michel for his faith in Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine thanked European Council President Charles Michel for his leadership, efforts, and faith in Ukraine.
“Historic day” - Kuleba shares excitement over European Council decision on Ukraine
The decision made by the leaders of European Union member states to launch negotiations with Ukraine on its accession to the EU marks a new beginning for Ukraine and all of Europe.
Ukraine ready to walk its path to EU as quickly as possible - PM Shmyhal
Ukraine is set to walk the way toward joining the European Union as quickly as possible.
Ruslan Osypenko, diplomat
If we rely on foreign aid for the rest of our lives, we will lose
Putin's bet on outlasting West "wrong" - U.S. State Department
Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed for the first time during the latest "Direct Line" with citizens that he expects to outlast the West and wait for Ukraine's partners to get weary of providing more aid, but this is a miscalculation on the part of the Kremlin leader.
EU very close to agreeing on 12th sanctions package against Russia – advisor to President’s Office head
The European Union is very close to agreeing a deal on the 12th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation.
European Council agrees to open EU accession negotiations with Ukraine
Leaders of the EU member states have decided to start negotiations on Ukraine and Moldova accession to the bloc.
U.S. Congress approves defense budget with $300M for Ukraine
The House of Representatives passed a bill known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with a record amount of authorized funding, including $300 million in assistance for Ukraine.
Zelensky arrives in Germany
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived unexpectedly in Frankfurt.
Orban wants to ruin EU, it must be stopped - Linkevicius
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban wants to turn the European Union into a market in order to ruin it.
Zelensky to EU leaders: Today is day when determination will be either in Brussels or in Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on the leaders of the European Union to be resolute in their decisions, as was the case last year, because today is the day when determination will be either in Brussels or in Moscow.
Ukraine has fulfilled necessary conditions, EU must open accession talks - Metsola
The European Union must keep showing leadership and unity in the issues of its enlargement and decide to open accession negotiations with Ukraine as the country has fulfilled the necessary conditions for such a step.
Borrell: EU should support Ukraine in terms of expansion, military and financial assistance
EU High Representative Josep Borrell emphasized the importance of maintaining and increasing support for Ukraine, both in terms of providing military and financial assistance, and launching accession negotiations.
No one should be duped by suggestions of Moscow's readiness for “fair negotiated solution” - Kuleba
Western analysts, who consider a Russian attack on a NATO ally unthinkable, should listen to Ukrainians, who thought so about a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and stick to a strategic path toward victory.
Lithuania’s Foreign Minister: Today "I am a Ukrainian"
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, Gabrielius Landsbergis, said that on the day when Europe is making the most important decisions in its history, he considers himself a Ukrainian.
Orbán says no reason to start negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to EU
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán believes Ukraine has not fulfilled the prerequisites for starting accession negotiations with the EU, so there is currently no reason to make such a decision today during the European Council.
Finland’s Prime Minister calls for EU leaders to pass all three important decisions on Ukraine
The leaders of the EU member states must approve all three important decisions regarding Ukraine - military support within the framework of the European Peace Facility, a multi-year financial program to support Ukraine in the amount of EUR 50 billion, and the start of accession negotiations.
PM Shmyhal: Russian regime puts world on brink of nuclear catastrophe again
On the Day of honoring the liquidators of the Chornobyl disaster, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal emphasized that to prevent a new large-scale man-made disaster, Russia must be stopped and forced to abandon any nuclear threats.
Russia’s Aggressive Posturing Escalates: What Can Europe Do?
A Call to Action for the European Leaders
New Dutch House of Representatives majority wants to continue support for Ukraine
A majority of the new House of Representatives in the Netherlands has said that support for Ukraine must continue.
Zelensky talks to Michel after Nordic summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a phone call with European Council President Charles Michel after the Ukraine-Nordic summit.