SBU says probe launched into alleged coup plot
The Security Service of Ukraine is investigating reports of a coup d’état allegedly being planned in the country by “certain citizens of Ukraine and Russia.”
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NATO chief warns Moscow of consequences of invading Ukraine
Moscow would face tangible consequences, particularly in the economic and political spheres, if Moscow dares to take new aggressive action against Ukraine.
Zelensky sacks head of SBU's counterintelligence department
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Oleksandr Rusnak as head of the counterintelligence department of Ukraine's SBU State Security Service.
29 November 2021
Direct aggression against Ukraine would lead to huge losses for Russia - Germany’s ambassador
In the event of direct aggression against Ukraine, Russia would suffer huge losses, as the Ukrainian Army is now much stronger than it was back in 2014.
Erdogan offers mediation in Ukraine-Russia settlement talks
Turkey is ready to take part in resolving the crisis in eastern Ukraine as a mediator, hoping for a peaceful settlement.
Interior ministers of Ukraine and Poland discuss situation on border with Belarus
Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Denys Monastyrsky and Minister of Internal Affairs of Poland Mariusz Kamiński discussed the current situation on the border with the Republic of Belarus, the vision for further developments, and the relevant response plans.
U.S. reaffirms support for NATO's decision on Ukraine, Georgia
Washington has reaffirmed its strong support for NATO's decision made in Bucharest in 2008, as well as the Alliance's recent summit in Brussels, that Ukraine and Georgia will become NATO members.
EU sanctions policy should deter Russia, Belarus from crossing "red lines" - Kuleba
Europe must develop a policy of sanctions against Russia and Belarus that would deter them from crossing the "red lines" rather than remain a reaction to such moves.
Direct talks with Lukashenko are inappropriate, FM Kuleba says
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba does not consider it expedient to hold direct talks with Alexander Lukashenko.
Kuleba believes decision to invade Ukraine “on table” in Kremlin
If we look at all Russia's actions comprehensively and put all the elements together, the situation looks rather grim.
Ukraine's defense minister, head of Israel's National Security Council discuss security issues
Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov has met with Head of the National Security Council of Israel Eyal Hulata as part of a working visit to Israel, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's press service has reported.
G7 ambassadors meet with NABU director
The ambassadors of the Group of Seven countries have discussed with the director of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine, Artem Sytnyk, the progress in the fight against corruption in Ukraine.
PM Shmyhal: Continued presence of NATO warships in Black Sea needed to support Ukraine
The Russian Federation regularly demonstrates its military potential and seeks to thwart Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic aspirations.
Russia blocking Donbas settlement talks - Ukraine’s delegate to TCG
Russian officials are hindering the work of the political subgroup within the Trilateral Contact Group on Donbas settlement (TCG).
27 November 2021
Eastern Partnership must be adapted to today's realities - Ambassador Chentsov
Ukraine sees participation in the Eastern Partnership as an important initiative that needs to be adapted to address the challenges of today, taking into account the level of ambition of all participants and the goals they seek to achieve in relations with the EU.
Biden “concerned” over reports of Ukraine coup plot
U.S. President Joe Biden has expressed concern in the wake of reports of an alleged plot being worked out to topple President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine.
Ukraine, Canada’s top diplomats discuss Russian escalation, PS752 downing in Iran
Ukraine can count on Canada's support in countering Russian aggression.
“All options are on the table” to respond to Russian moves – U.S. State Department
The United States takes very seriously the amassing of Russian troops near the Ukrainian border and is considering all possible options for responding to Russia’s possible actions.
Russia to face costs, consequences if it uses force against Ukraine - Stoltenberg
Ukraine is NATO’s partner, but not a member of the Alliance, so it is not protected by Article 5 of the Washington Collective Defense Treaty. Nevertheless, Russia must realize that any aggression against Ukraine will come at a very high price.
Biden “concerned” over reports of Ukraine coup plot
U.S. President Joe Biden has expressed concern in the wake of reports of an alleged plot being worked out to topple President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine.
26 November 2021
President: Ukraine is ready for dialogue with Russia both in Normandy and in a parallel format
Ukraine is ready to hold talks with Russia on resolving the armed conflict in the east, not only within the framework of the Normandy format, but also in another parallel format.
Digitalization is main step in fight against corruption, Zelensky says
The digital transformation of the state is a major step in the fight against corruption in Ukraine.
Marcin Przydacz, Poland’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs
At the border, we are dealing with a cynical game of authoritarian regimes
Zelensky: It's inexpedient to dismiss Yermak
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes that it is inexpedient to dismiss Andriy Yermak as head of the President's Office because someone does not like him.
Burba wanted to involve Ukraine in scandal with Turkey - president
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he believes that Vasyl Burba, former head of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate, wanted to involve Ukraine in a scandal with Turkey through a special operation called "Wagnergate."
Audio intercepts suggest energy mogul Akhmetov being drawn into coup plot - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine claims Ukrainian security agencies have obtained intelligence about the ongoing talks between representatives of Ukraine and Russia on the possible participation of Rinat Akhmetov in the coup.
Ukraine prepared for escalation from Russia - Zelensky
The probability of military escalation from Russia exists every day, but Ukraine is fully prepared for this, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
U.S. urges not to trust Russian officials' statements on 'provocations' in Black Sea
The United States has urged not to trust statements by Russian officials about "provocations" in the Black Sea.
Kuleba: Our partners currently have no alternatives to Normandy format
Ukraine's partners have no tried-and-tested alternatives to the Normandy format in which Russia would be at the negotiating table.