Latvian PM Kariņš arrives in Kyiv
Prime Minister of the Republic of Latvia Krišjānis Kariņš is paying a visit to Kyiv.
Politics
Kuleba: Russia must be removed from UNSC
Russia’s unprovoked, barbaric war on Ukraine has forced the world to confront many unsettling questions. One of the most important is: Where is multilateral diplomacy when you need it?
U.S. says Russia’s suspension of new START treaty “invalid”
Russia’s claimed suspension of the New START Treaty is legally invalid so Russia remains bound by its obligations under the treaty.
15 March 2023
Deputy FM Melnyk holds first-ever talks with leadership of Ministry of External Affairs of Saint Lucia
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Melnyk discussed the development of relations and cooperation within the UN with Augustus Cadette, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation, and Diaspora Affairs of Saint Lucia.
Minister Reznikov says Ramstein-10 meeting results inspire optimism
The results of the 10th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format inspire optimism.
India calls on G20 to 'move on' from Ukraine war, focus on global poverty
India has called on the Group of 20 nations to "move on" from Russia's war in Ukraine and focus on global poverty.
Zelensky dismisses heads of three regional military administrations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the heads of the Luhansk, Odesa and Khmelnytskyi regional military administrations.
EUR 50B in support of Ukraine: European Commission publishes report on EU activities
The European Commission has published a general report on the activities of the European Union, which includes, in particular, detailed information on the amount and nature of the assistance that the EU and its member states have provided to Ukraine since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of the country.
Austin says now is crucial time in Ukraine's fight for freedom
The United States and a coalition of countries that support Ukraine in resisting Russia's large-scale aggression are at a crucial moment in the course of Ukraine's fight for freedom and are demonstrating unity and resolve.
14 March 2023
Yermak meets with executive director of UN Environment Programme
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Inger Andersen have discussed the issue of Russia's responsibility for environmental crimes in Ukraine.
Special Tribunal and Russia’s compensation for damage caused to Ukraine are legally unrelated – Korynevych
In order for Russia to be held fully responsible for the crime of aggression against Ukraine, two separate legal mechanisms must be created: a Special Tribunal and an international compensation mechanism based on the register of losses.
MFA Ambassador-at-Large Korynevych outlines what is needed to establish Special Tribunal for Russia
In order to establish a Special Tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine, it is necessary not only to find a legal solution but to form the political will of partners to participate in this process.
Shmyhal, Jakobsdóttir discuss cooperation between Ukraine, Iceland in energy sector, sanctions against Russia
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal has met with Prime Minister of Iceland Katrín Jakobsdóttir in Kyiv. The parties discussed cooperation in the energy sector, sanctions policy against Russia, and the establishment of a Special International Tribunal for Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine.
Case of Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine already involves 642 suspects
The Ukrainian Prosecutor General’s Office has already identified 642 suspects in the case of Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine, including Russian top military and political figures.
Exhibits from de-occupied areas to be displayed in front of UN building in New York
In late March-early April 2023, an exhibition dedicated to Russian armed aggression against Ukraine is expected to take place near the UN building in New York.
Tribunal to prosecute Russian Federation: Ukraine expects UN General Assembly to consider resolution in April
Ukraine seeks to include the phrase "international mechanism to condemn the crime of aggression" in the draft resolution of the UN General Assembly on accountability for war crimes in Ukraine and support for the special tribunal to prosecute Russia, and expects the document to be adopted in April.
Seimas of Lithuania recognizes Russia’s Wagner Group as terrorist organization
In a resolution adopted today, the Lithuanian parliament recognized Russia’s Wagner Private Military Company as a terrorist organization, whose members pose a threat to the security of the state and society, as well as strongly condemned the use of any mercenary groups for aggression in Ukraine.
Ukraine, Poland to resume work of Consultative Committee of Presidents
Ukraine and Poland have agreed to resume the work of the Consultative Committee of the Presidents.
32 countries join coalition supporting creation of special tribunal for Russia - Kuleba
Thirty-two countries have already joined the coalition supporting the creation of a special tribunal against Russia for the crime of aggression against Ukraine.
The Hill: China's 'peace plan' for Ukraine is a Trojan horse for Beijing and Moscow
The plan proposed by China to end the war in Ukraine shows Beijing's support for Moscow's actions.
U.S., Australia underscore commitment to further support Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a bilateral meeting in San Diego (California) discussed the issue of further support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing aggression.
Biden, Sunak discuss continued support for Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during a bilateral meeting in San Diego, California, discussed the challenges posed by China, the continued support for Ukraine, and other global issues.
13 March 2023
Defense cooperation, Euro-Atlantic integration: Yermak meets with Polish delegation
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak held a meeting with the delegation of the Republic of Poland, during which the parties discussed defense cooperation, Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration, and Poland’s participation in the reconstruction of our country.
EU extends sanctions against Russia’s 1,473 individuals, 205 entities
The EU Council has decided to extend the restrictive measures targeting those responsible for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine for the next six months.
"No to war" banners spotted at Chisinau protest - ambassador
Sunday's protest in Chisinau was about socio-economic demands, while Ukraine was not directly mentioned, although certain ambiguous anti-war banners were spotted.
Russian propaganda exploiting European pacifists - Poland’s intelligence
Russian propaganda is employing the narratives of false pacifism in Moscow’s favor.
Russia becoming China’s "junior" partner - Bolton
Recently, China managed to become a "senior" partner in relations with Russia, believes U.S. pundit John Bolton, a former national security advisor.
12 March 2023
FM Kuleba does not expect fighter jets to be delivered to Ukraine in near future
Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Minister Dmytro Kuleba does not expect fighter jets to be delivered to Ukraine any time soon.
11 March 2023
FM Kuleba sharply criticizes decision to reject Zelensky’s speech request at Oscars ceremony
The decision not to invite Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to deliver a speech during the Oscars ceremony, where one of the leading Best Foreign Language Film nominees is an anti-war picture is highly hypocritical.