Zelensky says he arrived in Norway for Ukraine-Northern Europe summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Norway to participate in the second Ukraine-Northern Europe Summit.
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EU should open accession negotiations with Ukraine – Estonian, Finnish PMs
The leaders of the EU member states are set to gather for an EU summit in Brussels this week to approve financial and military support for Ukraine and allow the start of negotiations with Ukraine on its accession to the bloc.
Zelensky makes surprise visit to Norway
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Norway on Wednesday for a previously unannounced visit to discuss support for his country's defense against the Russian invasion.
U.S. politicians to able to agree on supplemental funding for Ukraine - Biden
The U.S. Congress will eventually approve a bill on the allocation of multibillion-dollar aid package to support Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Ukraine rejects idea of territorial concessions to Russia - Zelensky
Ukraine does not intend to cede any of its territory to Russia because it must protect its people from Russian abuse.
Biden says American people “won’t walk away” from Ukraine
The Joe Biden administration in the United States and the entire American people support Ukraine in its struggle for freedom.
Zelensky in U.S.: Ukraine destroys Wagner’s core, “won’t stop there”
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said during a visit to Washington said Ukraine had achieved serious battlefield successes, including destroying the core of Russia’s notorious Wagner Group, sealed “winning positions” in the Black Sea, and will not stop there.
Zelensky hears assurances of bipartisan support in U.S. Congress
President Volodymyr Zelensky says representatives of both the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States Congress assured him of firm support for Ukraine.
Council of EU commends Ukraine’s substantial progress towards EU membership
The Council of the European Union has presented the Conclusions on the EU Enlargement Policy, in particular noting Ukraine’s progress on its path towards EU membership.
12 December 2023
Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine shows enlargement as strategic priority – Council of EU
The Council of the European Union has endorsed the Conclusions on the EU Enlargement Policy, reflecting the official position of EU Member States in this regard on the basis of the European Commission’s reports on the progress made by Candidate Countries towards EU membership.
Ukraine’s dependence on external aid gradually reducing – Zelensky
Ukraine’s dependence on external assistance is gradually reducing, and this process needs to be accelerated.
U.S. President announces additional $200M in drawdown funds for Ukraine
United States President Joseph Biden has announced a new security and defense assistance package for Ukraine, totaling $200 million.
Head of State meets with Speaker of U.S. House of Representatives
As part of the working visit to the United States, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met for the first time with Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson.
FM Kuleba urges EU not to wait on United States to make decisions
Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Minister Dmytro Kuleba has called on the European Union not to wait until a decision on military and humanitarian aid comes from the United States but become more self confident.
President Zelensky arrives at White House
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at the White House to meet with United States President Joseph Biden.
In U.S. Congress, Zelensky meets with House Dems
During a working visit to the United States, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine met with Democratic Leader in the House of Representatives, Hakeem Jeffries, as well as other House Democrats.
In U.S. Senate, Zelensky stresses importance of continued U.S. support
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine spoke in the U.S. Senate about the current security and economic situation in Ukraine and the importance of maintaining American support.
Tusk can mobilize European countries for further military support to Ukraine, Kyiv believes
The Office of the Ukrainian President is convinced that newly-elected Polish Prime Minster Donald Tusk will be able to maximally mobilize European nations for further security and defense support to Ukraine.
Prime Minister for Third Time: Tusk's New Government and Ukraine Policy
Back in September, Tusk announced the preparation of a plan to normalize relations with Ukraine.
Zelensky arrives at U.S. Congress
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at the U.S. Congress where he will meet with senators and congresspersons of the main U.S. legislative body.
European Commission calls for unblocking Poland-Ukraine border without delay
European Commissioner for Transport Adina Vălean has welcomed the re-opening of Dorohusk–Yahodyn border crossing point and called for unblocking the remaining border crossing points between Ukraine and Poland without delay.
Deputy PM Stefanishyna meets with EU ministers ahead of European Council meeting
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olha Stefanishyna has met with EU ministers ahead of the European Council meeting, scheduled for December 14-15, 2023.
FM Kuleba calls on Eastern Partnership countries to enhance security, energy cooperation
The Eastern Partnership countries should focus on the revival of energy cooperation, improvement in communication networks, development of the security component, and implementation of regional projects.
Zelensky discusses with U.S. think tanks preservation of support for Ukraine
In Washington, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine discussed with representatives from U.S.-based think tanks the preservation of American support for and focus on Ukraine in the face of other global challenges.
Russia preparing army for war against NATO - think tank
The Russian military's long-term restructuring and expansion efforts are aimed at preparing Russia for a future full-scale war against NATO.
Unresolved issues in Congress inspire Putin, his sick clique - Zelensky
Any delays in U.S. Congress in approving additional aid to Ukraine and other democracies is welcomed in the Kremlin, but Putin should not even hope to see support for global freedom weaken.
11 December 2023
Ukrainian foreign minister meets Armenian counterpart
Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Armenia, Dmytro Kuleba and Ararat Mirzoyan, discussed the development of bilateral relations.
Continued aid to Ukraine to make U.S. entire democratic world more secure - Austin
Supporting Ukraine in its resistance to Russian aggression will only strengthen the security of the United States, as well as the entire democratic world.
Kuleba: EU Foreign Affairs Council “historic”, Ukraine awaiting Council summit decisions
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Dmytro Kuleba, referred to today's meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council as “historic” and stated that preparations for the summit of the European Council are now in full swing.