Zelensky discusses with Rutte strengthening air defense and expanding PURL program
Volodymyr Zelensky discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defense with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Politics
17 March 2026
Zelensky, Starmer, and Rutte discuss joint arms production
President Volodymyr Zelensky, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed joint arms production.
Türkiye ready to host next round of Ukraine–Russia talks
Pointing to the need to return to negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, Türkiye has expressed readiness to host the next round of talks.
Czech opposition pledges continued support for Ukraine, promises to hold government accountable
In the Czech Republic, many politicians – especially within the current opposition – and citizens are working to ensure that support for Ukraine continues.
Zelensky: Over 200 Ukrainian experts in Middle East helping defend against Shahed drones
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that 201 Ukrainian military experts are currently deployed in the Middle East and Gulf region, helping to defend against Shahed drones, with another 34 specialists ready for deployment.
Karl von Habsburg criticizes opponents of Ukraine’s EU integration
Ukraine has been aligning its legislation with the European Union for more than 20 years and could move quickly through accession negotiations if all member states recognize the urgency of the issue.
Zelensky, Starmer sign joint statement on Ukraine-UK Strategic Dialogue
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a joint statement following talks in London, outlining a strategic partnership between Ukraine and the United Kingdom. The document confirms, in particular, that the UK will allocate at least £3 billion annually to Ukraine through 2030/31.
France hopes EU mission could help resolve issues with Druzhba oil pipeline
France expects that the EU €90 billion loan for Ukraine will be implemented in line with agreements among EU member states, and that energy security concerns of Hungary and Slovakia will be resolved through an EU technical mission aimed at accelerating repair work on the Druzhba oil pipeline.
Zelensky meets King Charles III at Buckingham Palace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace during his visit to London.
Karl von Habsburg: Memory of 1956 uprising in Hungary has faded
Although Ukraine learned from Hungary’s experience following the Soviet troops’ suppression of the 1956 uprising in Budapest, the memory of that event no longer exists in Hungary itself.
EU must be prepared to replace US in peace talks with Russia – European Council president
The European Union must be prepared to take over negotiations with Russia on security and peace in Ukraine if necessary, although that moment has not yet come and pressure on Moscow must continue, European Council President Antonio Costa said.
European Commission expects progress on EUR 90B Ukraine loan blocked by Hungary
Amid reports that Ukraine has agreed to support EU efforts to repair the Druzhba oil pipeline, the European Commission expects progress on a loan for Ukraine for 2026-2027 that is currently being blocked by Hungary.
FM Sybiha: Middle East escalation changes global perception of Ukraine
Ukraine is open to developing mutually beneficial security cooperation thanks to its cost-effective solutions, which have been tested in combat conditions.
Netherlands launches EUR 2.5M cybersecurity fund to support Ukraine
The Dutch government has announced the launch of the NL-UA Cybersecurity Fund, a EUR 2.5 million grant program aimed at supporting Ukraine.
European Union provides €189 million to support reforms in Moldova
The European Commission has allocated €189 million under the Reform and Growth Facility for Moldova following the country’s successful completion of 24 reforms.
EU not interested in energy deals with Russia – Kallas
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas stated that she does not see any desire among the bloc’s countries to conclude agreements with Russia regarding energy, even “behind closed doors.”
Zelensky rejects accusations of intentionally blocking oil transit via Druzhba pipeline
In a letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that Ukraine remains a reliable energy partner for the EU.
Six Ukrainians detained in India: Kyiv rejects media manipulations, demands consular access
Six Ukrainian nationals have been detained in India on suspicion of unauthorized presence in a border state and a possible illegal crossing into Myanmar. Ukraine is demanding consular access to them and denies what it calls unfounded accusations in the media.
EU offers Ukraine assistance with repair of Druzhba oil pipeline
The European Union has offered Ukraine support and funding to accelerate repair work on the Druzhba oil pipeline, despite Hungary’s continued blocking of an EU loan to Ukraine and a package of sanctions against Russia, linking these issues to the resumption of oil transit.
President Zelensky arrives in London
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in the United Kingdom on an official visit.
Zelensky: We have more ideas on how to end this war – meeting with U.S. necessary
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that there are prospects for a peaceful settlement in Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Rutte to meet Starmer and Zelensky on March 17
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will visit London today, where he will meet with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky.
Moldova's MFA presents Russian ambassador with bottle of contaminated water from Dniester River
On March 17, Russian Ambassador to Moldova Oleg Ozerov was summoned to the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs over the contamination of the Dniester River, which occurred after Russian forces attacked the Novodnistrovsk Hydroelectric Power Plant in Ukraine.
Starmer, Zelensky to meet in London
The United Kingdom and Ukraine intend to agree on a new military partnership at today’s leaders’ meeting and announce the creation of the AI Centre of Excellence in Kyiv to boost global defence capabilities.
Ukraine receives full set of accession criteria from EU
Ukraine has received the European Union's accession criteria covering the last three negotiation clusters.
UK, Canada agree to step up pressure on Russia to end war in Ukraine
The United Kingdom and Canada will maintain pressure on Russia to end its war against Ukraine.
'Nothing new, we're not afraid': Zelensky responds to Iran's threats to strike Ukraine
Ukraine does not see threats from representatives of Iran's regime to strike its territory in response to Kyiv's support for Middle Eastern countries as anything new or noteworthy.
Russia helped Iran upgrade Shahed drones now threatening Israel and Gulf states – Zelensky
Russia helped Iran improve its strike drones, and now Israel, Gulf countries, as well as U.S. troops in the Middle East face the same threat Ukraine encountered several years ago.
16 March 2026
FM Sybiha, Estonian counterpart discuss pressure on Russia, global focus on Ukraine
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke with his Estonian counterpart Margus Tsahkna following the EU Foreign Affairs Council. Among other things, the sides discussed maintaining global attention on countering Russia’s aggression against Ukraine.