Ukraine preparing three-point plan for second Peace Summit – President's spokesperson
At the upcoming second Peace Summit, Ukraine will present a three-point plan and is actively working to secure the support of the Global South countries.
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Ukrainian, Canadian FMs discuss defense production cooperation
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Canada’s Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly discussed bilateral cooperation in the defense sector.
Format of cooperation between Ukraine, S. Korea to be decided this week – President’s spokesperson
Spokesperson for the President of Ukraine Serhii Nykyforov stated that updates on the development of cooperation between Ukraine and South Korea would be available soon.
European Commission recommends Ukraine to improve track-record on investigations of corruption cases
The European Commission has noted some progress in Ukraine's fight against corruption and recommends that Kyiv continue efforts to further improve the track-record on high-level corruption cases next year.
Seoul, Kyiv to discuss Ukraine’s special envoy visit to South Korea
The Office of the President of South Korea announced on Wednesday that it will begin discussions with Ukraine this week regarding a visit by Kyiv’s special envoy to South Korea.
Zelensky reports productivity of Ukraine-Nordic Summit
Zelensky said that the forth Ukraine-Nordic Summit that took place in Reykjavik was highly productive.
Poland to facilitate Ukraine’s participation in all negotiations on its future – Duda
Ukraine must be included in all negotiation formats concerning its future, and Poland must fight to make this happen.
Parliament endorses law on reforming Accounting Chamber
On October 30, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine approved the draft law on reforming the Accounting Chamber (No. 10044-d) in its entirety.
The Axis of Evil: A New Alliance of Dictators Threatens Global Security
A troubling and coordinated effort is underway as the world confronts a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
Victory plan and Russian frozen assets: Yermak meets with Blinken
Head of the Ukrainian President's Office Andriy Yermak met with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss Ukraine’s Victory Plan, the battlefield situation and frozen Russian assets.
In nuclear deterrence, Europe should avoid seeking revolutionary solutions – MEP
EU countries may consider establishing their own nuclear deterrent system, but in the short term, efforts should focus on enhancing conventional military capabilities.
Government appoints new deputy foreign minister
The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to appoint Mariana Betsa as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
29 October 2024
Ukraine to make EU geopolitically stronger - Mathernová
The European Union will enjoy a variety of benefits once Ukraine becomes its member given the country’s massive potential in many areas.
Zelensky meets with Iceland’s parliament speaker
In Reykjavik, President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Speaker of Iceland's Parliament Birgir Ármannsson and members of the Foreign Affairs Committee.
Zelensky, Finnish PM discuss investments in Ukrainian weapons production, second peace summit
At a meeting in Reykjavik with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude for the assistance packages and the Finnish government's leadership role in the civil protection coalition on shelter construction.
Anti-corruption system in Ukraine producing results - EU ambassador
The anti-corruption bodies operating in Ukraine are delivering on their tasks and high-profile criminal cases prove that the system is working effectively.
Nothing in upcoming EU Enlargement Report to prevent opening of accession negotiation clusters - Mathernová
In the upcoming EU Enlargement Report, set to be published on October 30, the European Commission will not lay down any assessments that would prevent the eventual opening of accession negotiation clusters.
EU will not take over NATO functions - Kubilius
The events taking place in the world only confirm the importance and weight of strong transatlantic ties. Therefore, in terms of security and defense, the EU will never compete with NATO, but it will be able to bring added value to joint efforts in this area.
Decentralization reform proved its worth when Russia invaded - EU ambassador
The resilience shown by communities in the areas initially affected by Russia’s full-scale invasion was including due to the success of the decentralization reform that Ukraine had undertaken before the big war started.
Zelensky discusses Victory Plan with Swedish PM
The Victory Plan was one of the main topics of President Volodymyr Zelensky's meeting in Reykjavik with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.
Norwegian PM announces plans to increase aid to Ukraine during meeting with Zelensky
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated during a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky in Reykjavik that Norway intends to increase its aid to Ukraine.
Integration of Ukraine's defense industry into EU defense sector aligns with mutual interests – Kubilius
The experience of direct investments by European countries in military production in Ukraine should be utilized to provide Ukraine with the necessary military assistance and to rapidly integrate Ukraine's defense industry into the EU defense sector, which aligns with the interests of both parties.
MEP: We must prepare for any military aggression and assess available resources
Russian aggression against Ukraine has been a "wake-up call" for Europe, revealing its vulnerabilities and the need to combine efforts to be able to protect itself from modern security challenges.
Zelensky meets with Iceland’s president in Reykjavik
The Presidents of Ukraine and Iceland, Volodymyr Zelensky and Halla Tómasdóttir, have discussed countering Russian disinformation and preparations for the second Peace Summit.
DPRK military in Russia: Zelensky, South Korean President agree to strengthen intelligence sharing
President Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone conversation with President of the Republic of Korea Yoon Suk Yeol to discuss Russia's involvement with the North Korean military. The presidents decided, in particular, that Ukraine and South Korea would exchange delegations in the near future to coordinate actions.
Launch of third stage of program expected in 2025 - MP
In 2025, the third stage of the eRestoration program is expected to be launched to pay for the destroyed housing of Ukrainians in the temporarily occupied territories.
PM of Ukraine: World should not hesitate to help Ukraine, but do everything to protect it from Russia
The world should not hesitate to help Ukraine, but provide everything necessary for full protection against Russian aggression.
S. Korean President: deployment of N. Korean troops in Russia poses global security threat
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol condemned the illegal military cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow, stating that the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia poses a threat to the security of both South Korea and the world.
28 October 2024
President: Much disinformation circulates about Victory Plan from those who fear Russia
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that a lot of disinformation is circulating around the Victory Plan, not only from Russia but also from those who are afraid of it.