Russian senators seal ratification of strategic deal with DPRK
The upper house of the Russian parliament - the Federation Council - approved the ratification of the strategic partnership agreement between Russia and the DPRK.
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Berlin to engage with Washington to ensure U.S. support for Ukraine does not wane
Berlin and Washington should work together to ensure that U.S. assistance to Ukraine does not decrease.
Explaining: Statements by Poland’s Vice PM; Russia destroys Ukraine’s cultural infrastructure; energy sector ahead of winter
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.
Trump gets 277 Electoral College votes, wins U.S. presidential election
Republican candidate Donald Trump has been elected president of the United States after receiving 277 Electoral College votes.
German foreign minister visits Ukrainian border unit in Chernihiv region
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has visited a Ukrainian border unit in the Chernihiv region.
Zelensky congratulates Trump on victory in U.S. presidential election
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the U.S. presidential election.
Lithuania's FM calls on allies to deploy resources to secure victory for Ukraine
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis criticized the idea of a "peace agreement" with Russia and stressed that talk of Ukraine's "recovery" is hollow if the country is left vulnerable, waiting for the next attack from the aggressor.
Canada concerned over Russia’s increasingly hostile actions
Canada has expressed concerns to Russia over the latter’s harmful activities that threaten the security of Canadians.
Germany’s top diplomat visits deoccupied village, calls for increased support for Ukraine
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock visited the village of Yahidne in Chernihiv region on November 5, where she spoke at the memorial to the victims of Russian atrocities, calling on international partners to increase support for Ukraine.
Seoul calls on UN to demand pullout of N. Korean troops from Russia
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul during a meeting with UN representatives visiting the country, called on them to deliver stern messages for an immediate withdrawal from North Korean troops from Russia and the end to “illegal” military cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow.
OSCE PA observation mission to U.S. elections “largest in history” - member
The observation mission of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly to the presidential election in the United States of America is the largest in history.
05 November 2024
President holds meeting on Internal Strengthening Plan
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting focused on military proposals within the framework of Ukraine’s Internal Strengthening Plan.
No Russians, Belarusians in OSCE PA monitoring mission to U.S. – lawmaker
A total of 150 lawmakers from over 20 countries serve in the international observation mission of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly with no representatives from Russia and Belarus among them.
OSCE to consider involvement of North Korean troops in Russian war
On November 6, the Permanent Council and the OSCE Security Cooperation Forum will hold a special meeting on Russia’s military cooperation with the DPRK and its implications for the ongoing aggression against Ukraine.
Defense chief Umerov meets with Senior NATO Representative to Ukraine
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov held talks with Senior NATO Representative to Ukraine Patrick Turner.
Government dismisses deputy defense chief Dzhyhyr
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the resifnation of Deputy Minister of Defense Yuriy Dzhyhyr.
As America votes, Ukraine’s path forward comes into focus
It’s crucial for Ukrainians to recognize that the U.S. system is designed to ensure continuity, stability, and a principled approach to international commitments—even as new leaders take the helm.
Over 100 Western prominent figures urge to protect Ukraine from "Munich conspiracy"
In an open letter, more than a hundred acclaimed figures from Western democracies urged not to strike a deal with Russia that would go against Ukraine’s interests.
NATO Secretary General, Italian PM emphasize need to increase assistance to Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have announced plans of Italy and other NATO Allies to increase military assistance to Ukraine.
Strengthening communication with Moldovan society, EU: next key task for President Sandu – expert
With parliamentary elections scheduled for the summer of 2025, Moldovan President Maia Sandu must urgently improve her communication with both Moldovan citizens and European Union partners.
Explaining: military alliance between Russia and N. Korea, meeting of Russia and Belarus Council of Ministers
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.
Russia posed to discredit Sandu’s election victory in Moldova - ISW
Russian and pro-Kremlin agents launched an information operation to discredit the election victory of the incumbent President of Moldova, Maia Sandu.
04 November 2024
Hungary prolongs state of emergency over war in Ukraine
On Monday, November 4, Hungary's parliament voted to extend the state of emergency in the country until next May, allowing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to retain broad powers to run the country.
Diaspora clinches Sandu’s win but Russia to further destabilize Moldova ahead of parliamentary election - expert
The second round of Moldova’s presidential elections led to a decisive victory for Maia Sandu, who secured 55.33% of the vote despite massive meddling, while her support rate excluding the diaspora vote remained below 49%.
Zelensky, Baerbock discuss ways to put pressure on Russia to bring peace closer
In Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock the situation of Ukraine and the ways to exert pressure on Russia to bring peace closer.
NATO must help Ukraine win, even with N. Korean troops siding with Russia - Rutte
The deployment of North Korean military units to Russia for participation in a war of aggression against Ukraine is a significant escalation.
Baerbock announces EUR 200M in humanitarian aid for Ukraine
Germany will provide EUR 200 million in humanitarian aid for Ukraine ahead of winter.
Borrell: despite geographical distance, war in Ukraine and Korea’s security linked
In the interconnected world, key security challenges have no borders. Thus, despite geographical distance, the war in Ukraine and South Korea’s security, as well as the stability of Europe and the entire Indo-Pacific region, are interlinked.
Yermak: Ukraine not conducting negotiations with Russia
Head of the Office of the President, Andrii Yermak, stressed that Ukraine is not engaged in any negotiations with Russia.