UK imposes new sanctions on Russia over attempts to undermine and destabilise Ukraine
On Monday, 28 October, the UK government imposed new sanctions on Russia over its attempts to undermine and destabilise Ukraine and its democracy.
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Sybiha calls for lifting ban on deep strikes into Russia amid N.Korea escalation
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andrii Sybiha, called for the immediate lifting of restrictions, imposed by Ukraine’s partners, on long-range strikes on legitimate targets inside Russia after NATO confirmed reports on the deployment of North Korean troops on the territory of the aggressor state.
Swiss president supports lifting ban on arms re-export to Ukraine
The President of the Swiss Confederation, Viola Amherd, supports the lifting of the ban on the re-export of weapons to Ukraine.
Explaining: new format of support for Ukraine, NATO’s reaction to N.Korean soldiers’ dispatch, outcome of Georgia election
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.
Zelensky arrives in Iceland
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Iceland on a working visit.
Georgia election situation distances country from EU, NATO - MFA Poland
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland expressed deep concern about the course of the elections to the Georgian parliament, stressing that the situation surrounding their holding distances Tbilisi from the EU and NATO.
NATO Sec Gen confirms presence of N. Korean troops in Russia
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has confirmed the presence of North Korean troops in Russia and their deployment to the Kursk region to participate in the war against Ukraine.
Zelensky suggested that every G20 leader should demand that Putin return 1000 children
President Volodymyr Zelensky suggested that each G20 leader demand that Putin return a thousand children.
Polish President: territorial concessions in Ukraine would be catastrophic mistake
Kyiv must receive everything necessary from the West to achieve victory in its defensive war against Russia. Any concessions to Moscow, even minor ones, would be a "catastrophic mistake."
Zelensky: Second Peace Summit may be held in India
President Volodymyr Zelensky noted that the second Peace Summit could take place in any respected capital of the world, including India.
Austrian political scientist on Ukraine's Victory Plan: West is too afraid of Russia
President Zelensky's Victory Plan is a good summary of Ukraine's goals in defending itself from Russia's war of destruction, but the implementation of the NATO membership clause seems unlikely because the West is too afraid of Russia.
UK to stand by Ukraine throughout process of administration change in Washington – Ambassador
British Ambassador to Ukraine Martin Harris reiterated the UK's strong support for Ukraine regardless of the outcome of the upcoming elections in the U.S. and any potential change in the U.S. administration.
Vance sees no point in taking action against Russia for election meddling
Republican Vice Presidential nominee J.D. Vance sees no sense in holding Russia accountable over election interference in the U.S.
Zelensky: We expect more diplomatic developments, new support packages for Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that there should be more diplomatic developments and support packages for Ukraine in the upcoming week.
27 October 2024
Finland’s PM announces meeting with Zelensky in Reykjavik
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Iceland's capital.
NASA urges investigation into Musk-Putin communications
Head of the American space agency NASA, Bill Nelson, has called for an investigation into possible contacts between SpaceX founder Elon Musk and Vladimir Putin.
Head of PO : Russia must withdraw to positions by February 24 to start negotiations
The head of the Presidential Office, Andriy Yermak, said that in order to start negotiations with Russia, its troops must withdraw to their positions by February 24, 2022.
Presidential elections in Ukraine will be held immediately after end of war - head of PO
The head of the Presidential Office, Andriy Yermak, said that the presidential elections in Ukraine will take place immediately after the end of the war.
Sybiha arrives in RSA
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has arrived in the Republic of South Africa for an official visit.
Finland urges EU invest more in defense to deter Russia
The Finnish Foreign Minister, Elina Valtonen, has called on European countries to invest more in defense to counter the threat posed by Russia.
Pro-Russian Georgian Dream party secures over half of votes – CEC counts 99% of ballots
The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Georgia has published preliminary results of the parliamentary elections, indicating that the ruling party, Georgian Dream – Democratic Georgia, has received 54.273% of the vote.
Ukraine blocks Russia’s participation in Bureau of Water Convention – Ministry of Environment
During the 10th Meeting of the Parties to the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (Water Convention), Ukraine blocked Russia's participation in the Bureau of the Water Convention.
Zelensky appoints NSDC secretary as head of Council of Energy Security Experts
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine (NSDC) Oleksandr Lytvynenko as Chairman of the Council of Energy Security Experts.
26 October 2024
Ruling party Georgian Dream leads with over 50% – preliminary CEC results
The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Georgia has begun releasing preliminary results of the parliamentary elections held on Saturday, October 26, according to data covering about 70% of polling stations (2,176 out of 3,111) where electronic voting was used.
Zelensky announces cooperation with partners to implement Victory Plan
Next week, Ukraine will work actively with its partners to support its Defense Forces on the front lines and implement strategies to compel Russia to end the war.
European Parliament delegation holds meetings with officials, veterans, defense industry in Kyiv
Members of the European Parliament’s Subcommittee on Security and Defense, who will join the new Parliament, visited Kyiv to discuss countering Russian aggression and strengthening European defense through Ukraine’s integration.
‘Political Berlin’ supports transfer of long-range weapons to Ukraine – MEP
Unlike Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his inner circle, political circles in Berlin support the transfer of long-range weapons to Ukraine.
Muted response from Ukraine's partners on Victory Plan only encourages Russia to continue aggression – Austrian colonel
The response from the US and Europe to President Volodymyr Zelensky's Victory Plan has been muted, failing to make key commitments, especially on security guarantees and strikes with Western long-range weapons, which only encourages Russia to continue its attacks.
Serhiy Kyslytsya, Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations
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