FM Sybiha on night attack on Ukrainian cities: Putin mocks U.S. peace efforts
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has called for increased pressure on Moscow to put an end to Putin's terror against Ukrainian cities.
Politics
06 May 2025
Yermak meets with U.S. Chargé d'Affaires to Ukraine
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak held a meeting with the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires ad interim to Ukraine, Julie Davis, and congratulated her on the beginning of her diplomatic mission in the country.
Merz elected Chancellor of Germany on second attempt
In the second round of voting, Friedrich Merz won the required number of votes to be elected Chancellor of Germany.
Ukrainian flag again flies on City Hall in Polish town after recent provocation
The Ukrainian flag has reappeared at the City Hall in Biała Podlaska, Poland, after it was removed in a provocation by pro-Russian politician Grzegorz Braun as a presidential campaign stunt.
Dozens of cyberattacks per minute: Poland seeing Russian election meddling efforts
Poland has faced an unprecedented attempt by Russia to interfere in the country's presidential elections, including through cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns.
Ukraine calls on other countries to snub Moscow parade where “war criminals will march”
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has called on all foreign states to refrain from sending their military to the parade in Moscow on May 9.
Ukrainian FM discusses partnership development with OECD Secretary-General
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), to discuss the development of OECD-Ukraine partnership and the country’s integration into the European and global economy.
Special tribunal for crime of aggression against Ukraine ready for launch - Mudra
The legal framework for a special tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine is expected to be completed in 2025. The tribunal is expected to start working next year.
05 May 2025
Podoliak: Russian authorities likely to stage provocations against their own people on May 9
The Russian criminal authorities will resort to provocations against their people on May 9 for the sake of an informational picture. This should encourage Russians to continue killing Ukrainians.
Zelensky meets with Czech Senate leadership
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine held a meeting with the President of the Czech Parliament’s Senate, Miloš Vystrčil, his deputies, and chairs of committees.
Scholz thanks Zelensky for cooperation
As German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is wrapping up his term in office, he had a phone call with Ukrainian President Zelensky this afternoon.
Czechia to continue supporting Ukraine – top diplomat
The Czech Republic will continue to provide comprehensive support to Ukraine at various levels.
Expert: Xi's Moscow visit shouldn’t be taken lightly
The scheduled state visit of the Chinese leader to Moscow symbolizes his country’s political support for Russia and their unity in the international arena, which poses a potential threat to Ukraine due to the possible strengthening of economic and military-technical cooperation between the two nations.
Tusk: No European leader should attend Moscow parade
European leaders should not pretend they cannot tell good from evil, therefore they should not travel to Moscow for a military parade on May 9.
Czech Republic ready to deepen military cooperation with Ukraine - Fiala
The Czech Republic is determined to help Ukraine achieve a just peace by deepening military cooperation and actively contributing to the country's post-war reconstruction.
Zelensky hopes for Czech support in establishing new defense enterprises
President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed hope that new defense enterprises will be established in Ukraine with the support of the Czech Republic.
Zelensky meets with CEOs of leading Czech defense companies
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with the heads of leading Czech defense companies.
Zelensky discusses tougher sanctions against Russia and Ukraine's future in EU with Czech parliamentary leadership
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of the Czech Parliament Marketa Pekárová-Adamová and her deputies the strengthening of sanctions against Russia and Ukraine's future in the European Union.
Fico accuses Zelensky of "intimidating" heads of state – Ukrainian Embassy issues response
The Embassy of Ukraine in the Slovak Republic regretted the anti-Ukrainian statements of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
Zelensky starts talks with PM Fiala in Prague
President Volodymyr Zelensky has started talks with Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala in Prague.
Russian hackers attack Romanian government websites on presidential election day
Russian hacker group DDOSIA (NoName057) attacked several websites of the Romanian government and presidential candidates on Sunday, May 4, the day of the first round of the presidential election.
Minerals agreement is an important part of future security guarantees - Markarova
Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United States Oksana Markarova emphasized the significance of the newly signed economic partnership agreement between Ukraine and the U.S., calling it a very important part of the broader security architecture.
New Czech Ambassador to Ukraine to begin work in September – source
The new Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Ukraine will begin his duties in the fall.
04 May 2025
Zelensky: Some blocking Ukraine's European integration to get better spots in Red Square
President Volodymyr Zelensky says certain politicians in Europe are blocking Ukraine's European integration process in order “to get a better spot” in Moscow’s Red Square, referring to the upcoming military parade where some foreign leaders have been invited.
Trump: “Maybe it’s not possible” for Russia, Ukraine to make peace
U.S. President Donald Trump said that, despite ongoing negotiations on a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine, it may not be possible to reach one.
Specific talks on deploying troops in Ukraine not currently underway - Czech president
Czech President Petr Pavel says it is impossible to negotiate the deployment of international military forces in Ukraine until a peace agreement is reached.
Czech President: Czech Republic and partners will continue to help Ukraine for peace
Ukraine's partners should continue to help Kyiv with all their might and thus bring a just peace closer.
Zelensky: Ukraine may receive 1.8 million shells this year through Czech initiative
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that this year Ukraine expects to receive 1.8 million artillery shells as part of the Czech initiative.
Zelensky: Putin wants to show off tanks at parade instead of focusing on ending war
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a ceasefire is possible at any time and should last at least 30 days, while Russian dictator Vladimir Putin thinks only about showing off his tanks at a parade.