Politics

Ukraine already developed position on minerals agreement – Sybiha

Ukraine has established its stance on the mineral resources deal with the United States and has outlined its vision for the agreement's text.

Military contingent to arrive in Ukraine after full ceasefire – Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that a foreign military contingent could be deployed in Ukraine only after a full ceasefire.

Three defense agreements signed during Belgian PM's visit – Zelensky

During the visit of Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever to Ukraine, three defense agreements were signed between Ukrainian and Belgian partners.

Zelensky outlines key topics for upcoming Ramstein meeting

The delivery of additional Patriot air defense systems, new defense aid packages, and discussions on uniting countries willing to establish arms production facilities in Ukraine will be among the key issues at the upcoming meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format.

US repositions troops from key Ukraine aid hub in Poland

United States Army Europe and Africa has announced the planned repositioning of U.S. military equipment and personnel from Jasionka, Poland, to other sites in the country.

Belgian PM announces EUR 1B aid package for Ukraine

The Belgian government will provide Ukraine with a EUR 1 billion aid package this year and plans to allocate at least EUR 1 billion in annual military support throughout its current term.

Zelensky and Belgian PM honor memory of Ukrainian defenders in Kyiv

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Belgium Bart De Wever honored the memory of Ukrainian defenders in Kyiv.

China seeks to challenge NATO in the Black Sea - Kovalenko

China is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in Georgia's infrastructure, promoting projects in Armenia and controlling the logistics of Abkhazia. The main goal of the PRC is to oust NATO from the eastern part of the Black Sea, to create an alternative route to Europe without the participation of Russia and Türkiyeiye.

Belgium gives Ukraine EUR 2.2B in aid since war-start

The Kingdom of Belgium is among the 20 largest donors to Ukraine per capita, and since the beginning of Russian aggression has provided Ukraine with military, humanitarian, and reconstruction assistance worth over EUR 2.2 billion.

Belgian Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and Defense Minister arrive in Kyiv

On Tuesday, April 8, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever, Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot and Defense Minister Theo Francken arrived in Kyiv by train.

Zelensky appoints Melnyk as Ukraine's Permanent Representative to UN

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree appointing Andrii Melnyk as Ukraine's Permanent Representative to the United Nations.

'Bombing like crazy': Trump slams escalation of hostilities between Russia and Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he is dissatisfied with intensified bombing in Russia's war against Ukraine.

Sybiha discusses response to Russia's attack on Kryvyi Rih with Baerbock

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a phone conversation with his German counterpart, Annalena Baerbock, to discuss the international response to Russia's April 4 attack on Kryvyi Rih.
 

Zelensky appoints ambassadors to eight countries

President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed ambassadors to several countries and appointed new representatives to Lebanon, Finland, the Netherlands, Kazakhstan, Argentina, Paraguay, China, and Norway.

Macron: Russia must immediately stop pretenses tactics, accept unconditional ceasefire

French President Emmanuel Macron has called on Russia to immediately end its pretenses and delaying tactics and to accept the unconditional ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Outcome of Russian war in Ukraine to shape continent’s future – PACE President

President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Theodoros Rousopoulos, believes the way Russia’s war against Ukraine ends will ultimately shape the future of the entire continent.

EU endorses US-initiated peace talks while not trusting Putin

The European Union supports the U.S.-initiated talks on a ceasefire in Ukraine, while being convinced that any such talks should strengthen Kyiv's position, as Putin demonstrates complete disregard for international efforts to achieve peace.

'I don't like the bombing': Trump says US in talks with Russia on ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Washington continues to engage in dialogue with Moscow regarding a ceasefire, adding that he does not like the bombing.

Trump’s tariff war: a political calculation or a precursor to the end of U.S. global dominance

PACE spring session: debates on holding Russia accountable, hearings on Ukrainian journalists held by aggressor

Urgent debates and a resolution on avoiding Russia's impunity, as well as a resolution on combating foreign interference in Europe's security and hearings on Ukrainian journalists held captive by the Russian Federation.

U.S. Embassy mourns victims of Kryvyi Rih strike in solidarity

The United States Embassy in Ukraine flew its flags at half-mast on Sunday, the day of mourning for the victims of the Russian strike on Kryvyi Rih.

France reorients its strategic efforts toward helping Ukraine

In the new geopolitical context, support for Ukraine is identified as a priority for France, so in 2025 the country is reorienting its strategic guidelines to develop an international partnership that meets its values ​​and help those who need it most.

Poland's MFA: Russia's recent actions show it is not ready for peace

Russia's latest actions in Ukraine demonstrate that its goal remains continued warfare, rather than peace.

Rutte: If NATO countries kept defense spending at 2% of GDP, they would not be able to defend themselves in three years

If NATO member states kept their defense spending at just 2% of GDP, NATO would not be able to defend itself in the next three to five years.

Macron: While we and our partners seek peace, Russia continues to escalate war

French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed his condolences to Ukrainians following a Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children.

Zelensky: Russia rejects ceasefire to maintain ability to launch strikes from sea

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Russia refuses to agree to an unconditional ceasefire in order to retain the ability to launch missile attacks on Ukraine from the sea.

‘Coalition of the Willing’ defense chiefs to meet in Brussels on April 10

On Thursday, April 10, defense ministers from the “Coalition of the Willing” will gather in Brussels, under the leadership of their counterparts from the United Kingdom and France.

Mezentseva: Key event at PACE should be debate on holding Russia accountable for crime of aggression

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) will consider a proposal on Monday, April 7, to hold urgent debates on ensuring Russia is held accountable for the crime of aggression.

Statements by Putin's envoy in Washington contradict Russia's true intentions – ISW

The statements made by Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian leader's special envoy, during his visit to the United States contradict the Kremlin's actual objectives regarding the war in Ukraine.