Zelensky invites Indonesia to join Global Peace Summit
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with President-elect of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto and invited him to join the Global Peace Summit.
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EU does not recognize results of Russian presidential pseudo-elections in Ukraine’s occupied territories
The European Union has condemned the holding of the Russian presidential pseudo-elections in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, and will not recognize their results.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham arrives in Kyiv
U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham arrived in Kyiv on Monday.
Ukrainian MFA calls on media not to call farce in Russia ‘elections’
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has called on the media not to call the farce in Russia "elections" in order to prevent the Kremlin from creating the illusion of an electoral process.
Explaining complex things in simple words: Odesa tragedy, Putin's 'elections,' provocations in Transnistria
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.
British defense minister calls Putin a 'thief' who will not steal Ukraine
British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps has said that Russian President Vladimir Putin has stolen another "election," but he will not steal Ukraine.
Ukraine hopes to start membership talks with EU in H1 2024 – PM Shmyhal
Ukraine expects to start accession negotiations with the EU in the first half of this year.
'Election' in Russia cannot be considered free or fair – Polish Foreign Ministry
The voting in a so-called Russian presidential election took place amid harsh repressions against society, preventing it from making a free, democratic choice.
Czech Republic not recognizing Russian pseudo-elections in occupied Ukraine
The Czech Republic does not recognize the legitimacy of Russian presidential pseudo-elections in the occupied Ukrainian territories and says they were not conducted in a democratic and transparent manner.
EU foreign ministers discuss 'elections' in Russia
On Monday, the EU Foreign Affairs Council plans to adopt a statement on the so-called 'election' of the Russian president, as well as discuss Russia's war against Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East.
17 March 2024
Spain's defense minister: Peace in Europe is under threat
Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles has addressed her nation in connection with Russian President Vladimir Putin's threats to use nuclear weapons.
German MFA condemns ‘Putin's elections’ in occupied territories of Ukraine
The German Ministry for Foreign Affairs has stated that Russia’s presidential pseudo-elections in the occupied territories of Ukraine are null and void and another breach of international law.
Putin afraid of war with NATO - Estonia PM
Estonia Prime Minister Kaja Kallas believes Russian leader Vladimir Putin is trying to intimidate Western audiences to restrain their governments but, in fact, he is afraid of the actual war with NATO Allies.
Russia’s ambitions to survive Putin – Latvian MFA
The Foreign Minister of Latvia, Krišjānis Kariņš, believes that even after Vladimir Putin comes off the political scene, Russia’s imperial claims, which are now being manifested in Ukraine, will still threaten European nations.
Zelensky thanks Denmark for security agreement
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Denmark for its solidarity with Ukraine.
British defense secretary cancels trip to Odesa over security threat - media
UK Defense Secretary Grant Shapps had to scrap his visit to Odesa last week after UK intelligence reportedly warned Russia had become aware of his travel plans.
No compromise possible so far between Ukraine, Russia - Czechia’s Pavel
The President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, believes it is currently impossible to imagine Ukraine and Russia being able to negotiate an end to the ongoing war.
France ready to react to another round of escalation by Russia - Macron
France is prepared to react to another round of escalation on the part of Russia for the sake of the security of Ukraine and all Europeans, but will never initiate aggression.
Zelensky appoints Haidai head of Mukachevo District State Administration
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Serhii Haidai to the post of the head of the Mukachevo District State Administration in the Zakarpattia region.
16 March 2024
Zelensky's office expecting Macron's visit in near future
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed in a conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky that his visit to Ukraine would take place in the near future.
Ukraine in talks with ten countries to sign security agreements - Zhovkva
Ukraine is currently in talks with ten countries to sign bilateral agreements on security guarantees.
Yermak, Sullivan discuss Ukraine's defense needs
Head of the Ukrainian President's Office Andriy Yermak and U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in a phone call discussed the provision of assistance to Ukraine.
Ten years of Russian occupation in Crimea: Trudeau says peninsula remains part of Ukraine
Canada will continue to provide all possible assistance to Ukraine, supporting its right to self-determination.
Kuleba speaks with Blinken, emphasizes need of continued US support for Ukraine
Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba discussed the need of continued U.S. and international support for Ukraine with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Türkiye underlines support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty
Türkiye has underlined its support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty.
Latvia reaffirms support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia has reaffirmed its support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine.
Yermak emphasizes significance of involving as many countries as possible in Global Peace Summit
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak has emphasized the importance of participation of as many states as possible in the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Greece joins coalition to help Ukraine with mine clearance
Greece has joined a coalition led by Lithuania and Iceland to help Ukraine with mine clearance.
Finnish FM: Western countries should not rule out sending troops to Ukraine
Western countries, including the United States, should not be entirely opposed to the idea of sending troops to Ukraine if conditions there worsen, Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has said.