Politics

Finland’s PM on Hungary: they can’t constantly go against EU’s common line

The Prime Minister of Finland, Petteri Orpo, says Hungary's actions during its presidency of the EU Council require a critical assessment.

Kuleba starts fourth tour of African countries

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba is starting his fourth African tour on August 4, during which he will visit Malawi, Zambia and Mauritius.

Zelensky: Wagner troops in Venezuela example of Russia's meddling in other countries’ affairs

The presence of mercenaries from the Russian Wagner Group in Venezuela is an example of Russia's “shameless meddling” in the affairs of other countries.

On day of Roma Holocaust, UN calls on world to stand against bigotry

In a video message released on Friday to mark International Roma Holocaust Day, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres paid tribute to the hundreds of thousands of people killed by the Nazis during World War 2 and called for a united fight against all forms of bigotry.

Exchange of political prisoners for spies

MFA recommends Ukrainians refrain from traveling to Israel and Lebanon

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has recommended that citizens refrain from any trips to Israel and Lebanon until the situation in the Middle East region stabilizes.

Harris officially secures Democratic nomination for president

Vice President Kamala Harris secured a majority of the pledged delegates to the 2024 Democratic National Convention, officially making her the Democratic Party's presidential nominee.

Israel studying Ukraine’s experience of countering Iranian drones - Ambassador

Israel is researching Ukraine Army’s experience in countering Iranian one-way attack drones in order to respond more effectively to the relevant threat.

No country can force Ukraine and Russia to negotiate - Chinese expert

Today, no country in the world can influence Ukraine and Russia and convince or force them to negotiate on the terms of ending the war.

Personnel decisions being prepared at governmental level - Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced personnel decisions at the governmental level.

Zelensky announces security agreement with another European country

President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the conclusion of a new security agreement with a partner state of Ukraine.

Austria denies accepting Russian diplomats expelled from other countries for spying

Austria does not accept Russian diplomats expelled by other European countries on suspicion of espionage.

China can force Russia to stop this war - Zelensky

China can force Russia to stop its war against Ukraine.

Russia warns of countermeasures if Japan sends Patriot missiles to Ukraine

The Russian Foreign Ministry has warned of possible countermeasures against Japan if PAC-3 interceptor missiles produced in the country are brought to Ukraine.

Europe's belief in rationality of Putin's regime was a mistake – Austrian foreign minister

The Europeans mistakenly hoped for a rational behavior of the Russian regime towards Ukraine, but it was necessary to react earlier and more clearly and demonstrate red lines to Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin.

Georgian parliament speaker does not consider Iran accomplice in Russia's war against Ukraine

The Speaker of the Georgian Parliament, Shalva Papuashvili, believes that Iran is not an accomplice in Russia's war against Ukraine.

Most countries want to see Russia at second Peace Summit - Zelensky

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has said that most countries want the Russian Federation to be represented at the second Peace Summit.

Schallenberg calls unacceptable calls for Ukraine to cede territories "for sake of peace"

There can be no peace that will be imposed by Russia or anyone else without taking into account Ukraine's opinion. At the same time, the Ukrainian people must decide for themselves when they are ready for negotiations.

Austrian FM on Orban's "peace mission": Now is not time for self-promotion

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban travelled to Moscow to meet with Putin without an EU mandate and represented himself there, but now is not the time for such "ego trips".

MEPs preparing letter to European Commission over Hungary's decision to simplify entry for Russians

A group of MEPs is planning to send a joint letter to the European Commission calling for restrictive measures against Hungary due to Budapest's decision to simplify the entry procedure for citizens of Russia and Belarus.

India seeks to help Ukraine, Russia resolve "conflict" - top diplomat

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar says his country supports friendly relations with Ukraine and Russia, and hopes to help Kyiv and Moscow settle the "conflict".

Ukraine invites Wang Yi to see consequences of Russian aggression personally

Ukraine has invited Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to pay a visit to see firsthand the consequences of Russia's aggression and hold deeper bilateral talks.

Ukraine calls on Venezuelan authorities not to use force against peaceful protesters

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine believes the people of Venezuela deserve to have their will respected, and calls on the country's authorities to refrain from using force against peaceful protesters.

Respect for territorial integrity at base of Ukraine-China relations - MFA spox

For years, Ukraine has adhered to the position of “one China”, having retained it during the recent talks held by the two top diplomats, Dmytro Kuleba and Wang Yi, in Guangzhou.

Zelensky visits textile company in Volyn

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky visited a textile company in Volyn, which last year became one of the five largest taxpayers to the local budget.

Macron warns Iran against further fueling Russia's war in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron warned his Iranian counterpart, President Masoud Pezeshkian, against Iran's further support for Russia's war in Ukraine.

Iran threatens Israel with “serious consequences” in case of strike on Lebanon

If Israel strikes Lebanon, it will face serious consequences.

Berlin responds to Putin's threats to resume production of medium-range missiles

Placing American missiles in Germany is a deterrence measure while Vladimir Putin's threats to take "countermeasures" scare no one.

Zelensky says electricity deficit to be gradually eliminated

Ukraine’s top officials understand how the electricity deficit will be gradually tackled so the government received clear tasks in this regard.