Zelensky approves new Russia sanctions
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine enforced a number of new sanctions decisions targeting Russia.
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News briefing without questions and peace plan without a peace Chinese envoy for Ukraine peace reported about his latest shuttle diplomacy mission
China seems to care more to counteract Western sanctions for providing support to Russia’s war machine than to foster a just peace in Ukraine
Vucic says Serbia is no 'Trojan Horse' for Russia in Europe
President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic, denied having close links to Russian President Vladimir Putin and batted back the notion that his country was a “Trojan horse” for Moscow in Europe.
01 September 2024
For Ukraine, situation looks better than three months ago - Finland’s president
President Alexander Stubb of Finland believes that the situation in Ukraine is currently critical, although better than three months ago.
On 85th anniversary of World War 2, Poland’s leaders speak of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine
On the morning of September 1, Polish leaders took part in events on the occasion of the 85th anniversary of the beginning of World War 2, the attack by Hitler's Germany on Poland.
Czech, Italian defense ministers discuss support for Ukraine
Czech Defense Minister Jana Černochová met with her Italian counterpart Guido Crozetto to discuss a range of issues, including support for Ukraine.
The world must set limits for Russian imperial ambitions - Czech Foreign Minister
Russia's imperial ambitions have no limits, unless the world sets them.
31 August 2024
Yermak negotiationing joint arms production in the USA
During his visit to the USA, Head of the Presidential Office, AndriyYermak, met with U.S. military and security experts.
Putin not to go to Ufa, fearing drop in rating in Bashkortostan – expert
President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, did not go, as announced, to the celebration of the 450th anniversary of the capital of Bashkortostan, Ufa (August 30-31), fearing his rating would drop in the troubled republic with an unpopular local leader.
Ukrainian delegation in Washington talks arms supplies, Peace Formula
During the U.S. visit as part of the Ukrainian delegation, the chief of the President’s Office, Andriy Yermak, held a meeting with the national security advisers from the USA, UK, Germany, and France.
Partners should help Ukraine win war - Danish PM
The partners should change the discourse regarding the vision of the goals of their assistance to Ukraine from preventing its defeat to ensuring its victory.
Ukraine's right to self-defense does not stop at border – Stoltenberg
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg believes that Ukraine was fully within its rights to launch its offensive into Russia's Kursk region as an act of self-defense.
Russian domestic discontent towards Putin growing amid Ukrainian incursion into Kursk region - ISW
Discontent towards Russian President Vladimir Putin and the authorities is growing in Russia amid Ukrainian incursion into Kursk region. The Kremlin is trying to correct this and has launched an intricate messaging campaign.
France at UN warns all countries against selling arms to Russia
France and the international community are ready to react decisively should Iran sell ballistic missiles to Russia.
Turkey plays critical role in shaping ceasefire, post-war arrangement - think tank
Turkey's role is critical in shaping the conditions for a ceasefire and post-war arrangements between Ukraine and Russia, as it possesses tools to prevent escalation by Russia and to offer a way out of the war that all parties may support.
Ukraine urgently needs permission to hit targets inside Russia - France in UN
France understands Ukraine’s needs and support its right to hit military targets inside Russia.
30 August 2024
Ukrainian delegation discusses with Austin Army needs, joint arms production
A Ukrainian delegation headed by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko has begun its visit to Washington. The first meeting was held with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.
Borrell to visit Ukraine prior to end of his term of office
High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell intends to visit Ukraine in September or October to give a final push to the EU cooperation with Ukraine on military support before the end of his mandate in the European Commission.
USA spreading "false narratives": China denies claims of military aid to Russia
The Chinese side, while discussing Ukraine issues with the US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, emphasized its readiness to continue efforts to promote peace talks and political settlement of the conflict.
Ukraine, Montenegro launch consultations on drafting bilateral security deal
Ukraine and Montenegro held a meeting on the conclusion of a bilateral security agreement. The document will contribute to strengthening security in Europe and deepening cooperation between the two nations.
Zelensky sacks Air Force commander
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine dismissed Mykola Oleshchuk from the post of Air Force Commander
Conflicts in Europe can be prevented only if Ukraine comes out victorious from war with Russia - Landsbergis
If Ukraine, with the help of its partners, does not come out victorious from the ongoing war, the conflicts on the European continent will not end, so for now, more "fog of war" is needed to disorient Putin and lead him to defeat in the end.
EU defense aid to Ukraine exceeds EUR 43.5B - Borrell
Military aid from the EU member states to Ukraine since the outset of Russia’s full-scale invasion has exceeded EUR 43.5 billion.
Putin swaps country's wealth for imperial ambitions - von der Leyen
Russian aggression against Ukraine violated the foundations of long-term stability and forced a fundamental rethinking of the entire architecture of European security.
Poland says not going to down Russian missiles, drones over Ukraine
Polish air defense forces will not shoot down Russian missiles and attack drones over the territory of Ukraine.
FM of Ukraine calls on Mongolia to execute international arrest warrant for Putin
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has called on the Mongolian authorities to execute a binding international arrest warrant for the leader of the aggressor country, Vladimir Putin, during his visit to the country.
Situation at front, start of school year, and energy: Zelensky held meeting with Cabinet of Ministers
President Volodymyr Zelensky chaired a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff, during which three issues were discussed: the situation at the front, the start of the school year, and the state of the energy sector.
Dutch defense minister says naming date of Patriot delivery to Ukraine would help Russia
The Minister of Defense of the Netherlands, Ruben Brekelmans, answering journalists' questions about the expected delivery of the Patriot system to Ukraine, said that he would not name the exact date, adding that Ukraine will receive everything that has been promised.
EU defense ministers to discuss delivering on military aid commitments to Ukraine - Borrell
The defense ministers of the EU member states, who are holding an informal meeting in Brussels today, will consider the progress in fulfilling the commitments undertaken in the context of providing Ukraine with weapons and other military equipment to support the nation in the fight against the Russian invasion.