Zelensky, Netanyahu discuss future contacts with Trump
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed bilateral issues and future cooperation with partners, including US President Donald Trump.
Politics
Ukraine finalizing reform roadmaps for opening first cluster in EU accession talks - Stefanishyna
Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, Minister of Justice Olha Stefanishyna discussed the issue of EU enlargement with the ministers for European affairs of EU member states in Brussels.
Support for Ukraine, Baltic Sea protection: Scholz, Frederiksen talk countering Russian threats
German and Danish leaders, Olaf Scholz and Mette Frederiksen, discussed in Berlin assistance to Ukraine and countering hybrid threats posed by Russia.
Russia's accountability not a subject for talks - Vice PM
The issue of Russia's accountability for war crimes that have already been committed and continue to be committed in Ukraine cannot be a subject for negotiations.
Spain’s FM arrives in Ukraine
Spain's Minister of Foreign Affairs, José Manuel Albares, has arrived in Ukraine for an official visit.
G7 envoys call for swift resolution of Defense Procurement Agency “situation” in Ukraine
The Ambassadors of the Group of Seven nations recommend that the Ukrainian authorities promptly resolve the situation at the Defense Procurement Agency.
Rutte discusses continued support for Ukraine in Spain, Portugal
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed continued support for Ukraine with the leadership of Portugal and Spain.
Trump, Modi hold first phone call to discuss global issues, including war in Ukraine
In their first phone call, U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged views on Russia's war against Ukraine and reaffirmed their willingness to work together to end it.
Kyslytsia: United Nations may cease to exist if not reformed
Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the UN Sergiy Kyslytsya has said that the United Nations may cease to exist if it is not reformed.
Rubio, Lammy discuss war in Ukraine, conflict in Middle East
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy discussed a range of pressing global issues, including Russia’s war against Ukraine.
27 January 2025
MFA Ukraine on Belarus “election”: One-man political show
Elections taking place under conditions of complete administrative control and political persecution, lack of real political competition, oppression of freedom of speech and absence of media outlets that are beyond government control cannot be legitimate.
Zelensky meets with Macron: security cooperation, continued support for Ukraine on table
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday held a meeting with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron to discuss security cooperation and further support for Ukraine.
Dutch Foreign Minister: Russia existential threat to Ukraine, Europe
Russia poses an existential threat to both Ukraine and Europe.
Meloni currently appears as most effective communicator between Europe, U.S. - diplomat
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni currently looks like the most effective communicator between Europe and the U.S., especially on issues critical to Ukraine.
Kravchuk: We will insist that powers of Georgian delegation to PACE be fully challenged
MP Yevheniia Kravchuk has said that the Ukrainian delegation to PACE is insisting that the powers of the Georgian delegation to the Assembly be fully challenged.
In Krakow, Zelensky discusses strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia with European Council president
Strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia and the development of the 16th package of sanctions were the main topics of President Volodymyr Zelensky's meeting with President of the European Council António Costa in Krakow.
Zelensky meets with Marshal of Polish Sejm in Krakow
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Marshal of the Polish Sejm Szymon Hołownia in Krakow on Monday.
War in Ukraine not to become normalized: PACE President outlines key tasks for winter session
The President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), Theodoros Roumpoulos, whose mandate was extended for the current year, stated that the war in Ukraine will remain a priority issue for the Assembly, which will do everything to ensure the war "does not become normalized."
Ex-Ambassador Shamshur: diplomacy requires action, not noise
Oleh Shamshur, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United States (2006-2010) and France (2014-2020), believes that Ukrainian diplomacy should reduce its public-facing component and focus more on traditional methods of work, informal ties, and contacts.
The far-right in Europe should be viewed from perspective of Ukraine's interests – diplomat
The recent electoral successes of far-right political parties in many European countries should be viewed from the perspective of Ukraine's interests.
EU Council of Ministers supports extension of Russia sanctions - Kallas
The foreign ministers of the EU member states, who met today in Brussels in the format of the EU Council, agreed to extend sanctions against Russia over its aggression against Ukraine.
Russia sanctions to be maintained, extended - French Foreign Minister
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot says Putin's regime has already fallen about EUR 400 billion short as a result of EU sanctions, which is equivalent to three years of financing its war against Ukraine, so these effective restrictions will be extended.
Sybiha to EU Council of Foreign Ministers: 16th package of Russia sanctions must be strong
During his speech at the EU Council of Foreign Ministers via videoconference, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stressed the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia.
Hungary makes last-minute concessions on EU sanctions against Russia - Politico
Hungary may approve the extension of sanctions against Russia in exchange for a statement that addresses the country's concerns about "energy security".
“Trump plan” reports assume Ukraine could become divided - diplomat
Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States (2006–2010) and France (2014–2020) Oleh Shamshur believes that the details of the “peace plan” to end the war, now made public by representatives from the Trump team, actually envisage Ukraine’s division.
Zelensky arrives in Poland on anniversary of Auschwitz liberation
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Poland to participate in events marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of one of the largest Nazi death camps, Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Explaining: Ban on talks with Putin; U.S. military aid; Fico’s statements
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine.
Belarus’ CEC announces preliminary ‘election’ results: Lukashenko receives nearly 87%
The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Belarus has released preliminary results of the country’s "presidential election", which took place on January 26.
26 January 2025
Zelensky congratulates Australians on their national holiday
President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated the people of Australia and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Australia Day.