France convenes another meeting on Ukraine and European security with EU leaders – Reuters
France plans to host a second meeting to discuss Ukraine and European security on Wednesday.
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Zelensky, Erdoğan discuss security guarantees, release of captives, economic cooperation
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that among the key topics of talks in Ankara with President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan were food security, economic cooperation, the release of captives and security guarantees.
Erdoğan: Türkiye ideal host for upcoming peace talks
Türkiye will be an ideal host for upcoming talks on ending the war waged by Russia against Ukraine.
Zelensky on security guarantees: If not NATO, then strong army and deployment of foreign troops
In the event that Ukraine does not become a NATO member, a strong army and the possible deployment of troops from other countries can provide effective security guarantees.
Waltz after talks in Saudi Arabia: This needs to be permanent end to war, not temporary one
U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, speaking to the press after negotiations with Russian representatives in Saudi Arabia regarding the end of the war in Ukraine, emphasized the need for a permanent end to the conflict.
Hungary's decision to block Ukraine-EU accession talks a controversial position – Stefanishyna
Hungary's decision to block the start of negotiations for Ukraine's accession to the EU is a "controversial position." Budapest is well aware that Kyiv has no intention of worsening the situation for the Hungarian minority or any other national minority.
Zelensky cancels visit to Saudi Arabia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the cancellation of his visit to Saudi Arabia, which was originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 19.
Ending Ukraine-Russia war requires deal acceptable to all sides – Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that all sides involved in negotiations to end the war between Ukraine and Russia will have to agree to the terms of any settlement and that "there has to be concessions made by all sides."
EU accession: Stefanishyna says Ukraine ready to open three negotiation clusters
Kyiv aims to launch three negotiation clusters for Ukraine's accession to the European Union during Poland's presidency of the EU Council. Any obstruction of this process would indicate that Europe is "shirking its responsibility for security on its own continent."
U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh conclude
The negotiations between the U.S. and Russian delegations in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, have concluded.
Ukraine receives U.S. assurances on principles necessary to end war – Stefanishyna
The Ukrainian delegation has positively assessed negotiations with the U.S. delegation at the Munich Security Conference. Kyiv received assurances from Washington that all principles necessary for ending the war and preventing its recurrence in the future will be upheld.
Zelensky, Erdogan meet in Ankara
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are holding one-on-one talks at the Presidential Palace in Ankara.
U.S.-Ukraine critical minerals deal still under discussion – Stefanishyna
The proposed agreement between the United States and Ukraine regarding critical minerals remains under discussion.
Kremlin claims Putin ready for talks with Zelensky "if necessary"
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be ready to engage in negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "if necessary."
Von der Leyen discusses support for Ukraine with U.S. Special Envoy
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met on Tuesday with Keith Kellogg, the U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, to discuss support for Ukraine.
Zelensky honors memory of Atatürk in Ankara
At the start of his visit to Türkiye, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky paid tribute to the first president of the country, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.
U.S., Russia’s top diplomats meet in Saudi Arabia
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday ahead of negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
Zelensky meets with Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar communities in Türkiye
President Volodymyr Zelensky has begun his visit to Türkiye with a visit to the Ukrainian Embassy and a meeting with the Ukrainian and Crimean Tatar communities.
Ukraine calls for coordinating negotiation position in peace process with EU – Zhovkva
Ukraine will not accept any demands that Russia has tried to impose since the start of its aggression and supports coordination -- or even the development of a joint position -- with the EU in future peace negotiations.
Paris meeting confirms Ukraine deserves 'peace through strength' – EU
The emergency meeting of EU leaders in Paris on Monday reaffirmed that Ukraine "deserves peace through strength."
Europe ready to provide security guarantees for Ukraine – NATO chief
Europe is prepared to take the lead in providing security guarantees for Ukraine, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
EU leaders in Paris: Strengthening defense, rejecting 'Minsk,' supporting Ukraine
Participants of the informal meeting of EU leaders, key European institutions, and NATO officials agreed on fundamental principles for continuing support for Ukraine and strengthening European defense. These principles included achieving "peace through strength" in Ukraine and recognizing the legitimacy of U.S. demands for increased defense budgets among European allies.
Zelensky, Macron discuss security guarantees for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron about the situation in Europe and security guarantees for Ukraine.
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Europe still lacks political will to help Ukraine in full – former Lithuanian foreign minister
Europe has enough power and resources to help Ukraine win, but it still lacks political will, which may result in an unfavorable "peace deal" being imposed on Kyiv.
Any peace deal on Ukraine must respect its territorial integrity – UN Assistant Secretary-General
Any peace deal on Ukraine must respect the country’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, in accordance with the UN Charter and international law.
Zelensky arrives in Türkiye
President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska have arrived in Türkiye on an official visit.
No one will impose peace deal on Ukraine - Kellogg
US Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg has said that no one will impose a peace deal on Ukraine.
Speaker Stefanchuk: Speculations about specific election date misleading
All speculations regarding a specific election date are premature and misleading, according to Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk.
Europe considering deploying up to 30,000 troops in Ukraine – The Washington Post
The European Union is considering deploying between 25,000 and 30,000 troops to Ukraine as part of a potential ceasefire agreement in the Russia-Ukraine war,