Markarova tells of preparations for meetings of Zelensky, Trump teams
The Embassy of Ukraine in the United States is working on a series of meetings between the teams of President Volodymyr Zelensky and President Donald Trump.
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Explaining: Format of future negotiations, killing of Ukrainian serviceman from draft office, Russian strike on Sudzha
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.
European industry can learn from Ukrainian defense industry – Ursula von der Leyen
To effectively counter modern security challenges, Europe must strengthen its own defense industry. One of the key elements of these efforts should be the exchange of experience with Ukraine’s defense sector.
European Council President: EU leaders remain steadfast in their support to Ukraine
The heads of state and government of the European Union reaffirmed their unwavering support to Ukraine and its efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace during a meeting dedicated to strengthening Europe's defense.
03 February 2025
China's UN envoy announces Security Council meeting on Feb 24 to mark war anniversary
The UN Security Council will hold a meeting on February 24, marking the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, during China's presidency of the Council.
Trump says 'a lot of progress' made on Ukraine-Russia
U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that "a lot of progress" has been made regarding Ukraine and Russia, while expressing interest in reaching an agreement with Kyiv for access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals.
Ukraine's MFA responds to Duda who sees potential threat in Ukrainian soldiers
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has responded to statements by Polish President Andrzej Duda who suggested that the return of Ukrainian soldiers from the front could allegedly lead to a "surge in international organized crime."
Assumptions that NATO can exist without U.S. not working – Rutte
Any assumptions that NATO can exist without the United States do not work for many reasons.
Vladimir Svet, Estonia’s Infrastructure Minister
Estonia has to start implementing what we’ve seen in ports of Odesa
EU to develop defense industry based on NATO capability targets - Rutte
The European Union and its member states should increase defense spending and increase defense industrial production, but they will do so in close coordination with NATO, based on the Alliance's defense capability development goals.
Sybiha calls on world to take urgent action against Russia over POW execution
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andrii Sybiha, called on the international community to take urgent measures and develop new tools to bring to justice those responsible for the executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war.
Estonia’s Minister: Ukrainians to understand sharing responsibility within EU
It is crucial for Ukrainians to understand that decisions within the European Union are not made by so-called "Brussels", which European politicians often like to blame, but rather by representatives of the 27 member states.
EU must consider U.S. interests if it seeks its help in ending war in Europe – Kallas
In an increasingly unstable world, Europe and the U.S. rely on each other, and the EU must consider American interests if it expects U.S. support in ending the war in Europe.
Ukrainian, Polish officials discuss establishment of unity hubs
Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Unity Oleksii Chernyshov and Poland's Deputy Minister of National Defense Cezary Tomczyk have discussed steps for the effective implementation of the initiative to create unity hubs in Poland.
Support for Ukraine should be top priority for EU diplomacy – Kallas
Support for Ukraine should be a top priority for the EU and European diplomacy, as the Russian war poses an existential threat to the entire European Union.
Estonian Infrastructure Minister doubts accidental cable damage in Baltic
Estonian Infrastructure Minister Vladimir Svet does not believe in accidental damage to cables in the Baltic Sea, given the number of such incidents and the fact that the Baltic states are disconnecting from the Russian power grid.
Around 60 heads of state and government expected at Munich Security Conference
This year's Munich Security Conference will be attended by around 60 heads of state and government, as well as 150 ministers and heads of international organizations.
Duda believes Trump administration should invite Poland to talks on ending war in Ukraine
Polish President Andrzej Duda stated that it would be in Ukraine's interest for the Trump administration to include Poland in negotiations aimed at ending the war.
Poland’s deputy defense minister arrives in Kyiv
Poland’s Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk arrived in Kyiv on Monday on an unannounced visit.
Starmer to Scholz: Ukraine should have strongest possible position ahead peace talks
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, at a meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Sunday, stressed the importance of ensuring that Ukraine in the coming months gains the strongest possible hand in order to achieve peace through strength.
Trump says meetings, talks scheduled with Ukraine, Russia
The U.S. president says his administration has scheduled meetings and tentative discussions with both the Ukrainian and Russian sides regarding the end of the war.
02 February 2025
Ceasefire and elections in Ukraine will not scare Putin – Zelensky's advisor
If the plan of the U.S. special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, involves a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war and holding elections in Ukraine, it is important to understand that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be intimidated by this.
Peace in Ukraine must not be victory for Russia – Czech PM
Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala believes that Russia will not stop if peace in Ukraine turns into its victory.
Putin's remarks about Zelensky's legitimacy absurd - Sybiha
Russian leader Vladimir Putin's statements on the legitimacy of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are absurd.
Russia's alliance with Iran, North Korea could be dangerous for U.S. – Zelensky
Russia has formed an alliance with Iran and North Korea, which could pose a threat to the United States, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
Zelensky invites Rubio to Kyiv after his statement that war sets Ukraine back 100 years
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has invited U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Ukraine and witness firsthand the progress made by the Ukrainian people.
Zelensky: diplomatic end to war requires effective plan, strong Ukrainian position
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that a diplomatic resolution to the war requires an effective plan for a just peace and a strong Ukrainian position at the negotiating table.
Zelensky says detailed peace agreements can only be reached between him and Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that while contacts between his team and representatives of U.S. President Donald Trump are ongoing, detailed peace agreements can only be achieved in direct negotiations between the presidents of the U.S. and Ukraine.
Ukraine has received over $70B in U.S. weapons – Zelensky
Ukraine has received military aid from the United States worth more than $70 billion, but claims that U.S. support has amounted to $100–200 billion are inaccurate, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.