FM Sybiha: Ukraine aims to end war this year, Putin seeks to prolong it
Ukraine wants to end the Russian-Ukrainian war this year, but Russian leader Vladimir Putin wants the war to continue.
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No Italian troops to be deployed in peacekeeping missions in Ukraine – Meloni
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni denied the participation of Italian troops in peacekeeping missions in Ukraine. During a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing hosted by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Saturday, Meloni emphasized that Italian forces would not take part in any potential peacekeeping operations in Ukraine.
Azerbaijan reports Armenian attack – Yerevan denies
On Sunday, March 16, the Armed Forces of Armenia allegedly opened fire on Azerbaijani army positions with small arms.
Russia playing delaying game in Ukraine – Finnish President
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Russia is deliberately trying to play a delaying game in Ukraine and does not want a ceasefire or peace. His remarks came after the UK-hosted Coalition of the Willing meeting in support of Ukraine.
Canada’s PM discusses Ukraine's path to peace with Starmer, Zelensky
The new Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, discussed Ukraine's path to peace with his British counterpart Keir Starmer, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and other close allies.
15 March 2025
Trump appoints Kellogg special envoy to Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed General Keith Kellogg a special envoy for Ukraine. Previously, he held the post of U.S. special representative for Russia and Ukraine.
Zelensky comments on Witkoff’s visit ro Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine noted that the Ukrainian side is not 100 percent aware of what was discussed in Moscow during negotiations involving special representative Steve Witkoff.
Ukraine allies agree to step up economic pressure on Russia - Starmer
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said some 25 allied leaders agreed on Saturday to keep tightening restrictions on Russia’s economy in an effort to draw President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table to secure a ceasefire in its war with Ukraine.
Sybiha discusses with head of German Chancellor's Office path to peace in Ukraine
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with the head of the Federal Chancellor’s Office, Federal Minister for Special Assignments Wolfgang Schmidt, who is on a visit to Ukraine, to discuss a way to a just and lasting peace.
Military officials to meet in UK to discuss peace agreement plans – Starmer
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that military officials will meet in the UK next week to develop concrete plans for supporting a future peace agreement.
Zelensky: Ukraine counts on allied security guarantees
All of Ukraine's partners expect that negotiations with the American side will be successful. As a result, Ukraine hopes to receive security guarantees from its allies.
Negotiations for just peace: Zelensky approves delegation for interaction with partners
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has approved the composition of the delegation for interaction with Ukraine's international partners to ensure the negotiation process for achieving a just peace.
U.S. eyeing new entry restrictions for citizens of 43 countries, including Russia, Belarus - media
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is looking into the possibility of introducing new entry restrictions for citizens of 43 countries, including Russia and Belarus.
Russia’s senior diplomat arrives in Pyongyang, likely to talk about negotiations with U.S. - media
A delegation from the Russian Foreign Ministry led by Deputy Minister Andrei Rudenko arrived in Pyongyang, and Seoul believes the purpose of the trip is to explain Russia's stance on the ceasefire proposed by the U.S., as well as Moscow's next steps in the war against Ukraine.
Putin cannot be allowed to "play games" around Ukraine ceasefire - Starmer
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin must not be allowed to "play games" with a possibility of a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Starmer, Macron coordinate further steps toward peaceful resolution of Russia-Ukraine war
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday to discuss further steps toward a peaceful resolution of Russia's war against Ukraine following the U.S.-Ukraine agreements reached in Jeddah.
Talks in Jeddah to accelerate return of POWs – Presidential Office
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva stated that one of the key outcomes of the negotiations between the U.S. and Ukrainian delegations in Jeddah was an agreement to accelerate the exchange of prisoners with Russia, as well as the return of civilians and deported children.
U.S. intelligence: Putin has not abandoned plans to conquer Ukraine – WP
Classified U.S. intelligence reports cast doubt on Vladimir Putin's willingness to end the war against Ukraine, assessing that the Russian president has not veered from his maximalist goal of dominating his western neighbor.
14 March 2025
Zelensky’s Office comments on prospects of signing minerals deal with U.S.
Deputy chief of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva said the issue of the Rare Earth Metals Agreement was one of the topics raised at the negotiations with U.S. administration officials in Saudi Arabia.
Rubio cautiously optimistic over possible ceasefire in Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed cautious optimism on the prospects of a ceasefire deal between Ukraine and Russia.
Zelensky, Macron discuss latest developments, coordinate next steps
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the latest developments and coordinate steps to follow.
Finland’s life-in-prison verdict against Russian mercenary "strong message" to Russian criminals - MFA Ukraine
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha of Ukraine reacted to the news of the Helsinki District Court sentencing Voislav Torden, commander of Russia’s Rusich grouping embedded with the Russian occupation forces, to life imprisonment for war crimes in Ukraine, calling it a "strong message" sent to Russian criminals.
Zelensky discusses restoration of energy infrastructure with Austria, Portugal’s top diplomats
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Austrian Foreign Ministers Beate Meinl-Reisinger and Portugal’s Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel to discuss the restoration of Ukraine's energy infrastructure and defense support.
Decision on Ukraine's NATO membership shall be made by Allies - Stefanishyna
NATO membership decisions are made by Allies, and Ukraine is already part of the Transatlantic security space.
Putin sends Trump “additional information”, “signals” via Witkoff
Russian leader’s press secretary Dmitry Peskov reported that Vladimir Putin had handed over to US President Donald Trump "additional information and additional signals" through Trump’s Special Representative Steve Witkoff.
Canadian, British FMs discuss aid to Ukraine
Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy discussed further support for Ukraine in repelling Russian aggression.
Zelensky: 30-day ceasefire depends on strong U.S. response to Russia's demands
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the implementation of a 30-day ceasefire, proposed following the negotiations in Jeddah, will depend on a strong U.S. response to Russia's attempts to drag the process into unnecessary details.
G7 to impose new sanctions, step up support for Ukraine in case Russia rejects ceasefire
The G7 member states are prepared to impose further sanctions on Russia and enhance support for Ukraine if Russia refuses a ceasefire proposal.
Trump says after discussions with Putin there are chances to end war in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he had held "very good and productive" discussions with Vladimir Putin the day before, which confirmed the possibility of ending the war in Ukraine.