Moldova’s Parliament condemns Russia's genocidal policy toward Ukraine
The Parliament of Moldova adopted a declaration condemning Russia's genocidal policy toward Ukraine.
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PM Shmyhal on meeting with EU leaders in Prague: Ukraine to see more weapons, shells soon
The recent meeting of EU leaders in Prague will lead to Ukraine receiving new weapons systems and artillery rounds quite soon.
More air defense capabilities, defense co-production to be soon actively discussed with partners - Zelensky
The issues of supply of new air defense systems of Ukraine from partners, as well as joint production of weapons, will be discussed with Ukraine’s partners in the near future.
France may soon deploy military instructors in Ukraine
France may soon send its military instructors to Ukraine, despite concerns from some allies and criticism from Moscow.
Ukraine seals 12 bilateral security agreements with over $23 billion in support - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky says more than $23 billion in military and financial support was fixed in 12 security agreements Ukraine concluded with international partners.
Ukraine, U.S. to sign security agreement before peace summit - FT
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Joe Biden will sign a security cooperation agreement before the Global Peace Summit that will be held in Switzerland on June 15-16.
Ukraine can still prevail, but only with robust support from NATO allies - Stoltenberg
Ukraine faces increasing challenges in its fight against Russian aggression, however, it can still prevail, but only with robust support from NATO allies.
Czech FM: Ukraine should be able to defend itself with strikes against Russia
The Czech Republic does not see a problem with Ukraine defending itself against the aggressor and, if necessary, striking at Russian territory.
Denmark confirms permission for Ukraine to use F-16 against military targets in Russia
From the beginning of the decision-making process regarding the delivery of F-16 aircraft to Ukraine, Denmark was aware that these aircraft, like other capabilities, are being donated to Ukraine for self-defense and can be used against Russia's military targets, including on its soil.
Scholz may allow Ukraine to hit Russia with Western weapons - media
The German government is cautiously backing away from its reservations as to allowing Ukraine to attack military targets on Russian soil using weapons provided by Western partners.
Ukraine aware of actual capabilities of Western partners - Zelensky
On the part of international partners, Ukraine needs political resolve and supply of reliable air defense systems that would close the sky over Ukraine as soon as possible.
Brazil finally recalls ambassador from Israel
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has finally recalled Brazil's ambassador to Israel and transferred him to another position after months of diplomatic tension between the two countries.
Belarus suspends Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe
Self-proclaimed President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko has signed a law suspending the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE).
Oleksandr Kachura, MP, member of presidential team on creating specialized tribunal on Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine
There must be no immunity from prosecution for top Russian leaders
29 May 2024
U.S. ambassador: NATO summit declaration will contain 'new language' on Ukraine's membership aspirations
NATO members are discussing several important ideas and interesting proposals that may result in new formulations concerning Ukraine's NATO membership prospects during the summit in Washington.
Canada does not limit Ukraine's choice of targets for weapons provided
Ukraine can choose the targets for strikes with the weapons provided by Canada at its own discretion.
Police searches in European Parliament offices in Belgium, France amid Russia influence probe
On Wednesday morning, Belgian and French police officers went on a series of simultaneous raids targeting the offices of the European Parliament in Brussels and Strasbourg.
Zelensky sums up results of his visits to Spain, Belgium and Portugal
Ukraine signed three security cooperation agreements with Spain, Belgium and Portugal during President Volodymyr Zelensky's tour of Europe.
Borrell: Russia's war in Ukraine is most important existential threat to EU
Russian aggression against Ukraine is the most important existential threat to the European Union, but it is not only a European problem, as every country will be in danger if the use of force becomes the norm.
Macron says Zelensky will visit France next week
French President Emmanuel Macron has said that his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky will visit France next week to mark the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings (D-Day).
U.S. working with European allies to increase resilience to Russia's hybrid actions - White House
The United States is in close contact with European allies and partners in the context of ongoing malign campaigns by Russia’s intelligence services in Europe in order to increase resilience to such activity.
PM Shmyhal, EU leaders discuss provision of air defense systems to Ukraine
During a working meeting in Prague, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and the leaders of the European Union discussed providing Ukraine with air defense systems.
EU’s Borrell once again calls on EU countries to unblock military aid for Ukraine
EU High Representative Josep Borrell yesterday in Brussels repeated his call to national governments of the member states to unblock financial resources intended for military aid to Ukraine, which cannot be used in the absence of consensus.
28 May 2024
Zelensky: Ukraine and Portugal will cooperate for decades
The cooperation between Ukraine and Portugal is planned for decades. We are talking about the restoration of Ukraine, medicine, and demining, and the use of frozen Russian assets to restore Ukraine after the victory is a good incentive for businesses to invest in joint projects.
PM: Portugal makes every effort to involve as many countries as possible in Peace Summit
Portugal is mobilising other countries to participate in the Peace Summit to be held next month in Switzerland and is actively supporting Ukraine's move towards NATO and EU membership.
Ukraine, Portugal sign bilateral security agreement
In Lisbon, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Portugal Luís Montenegro signed a bilateral Agreement on Security Cooperation.
Zelensky visits Melsbroek military base where Ukrainian pilots undergoing training on F-16s
During his working visit to Belgium, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky visited the Melsbroek military base where servicemen are being trained.
Shmyhal: EUR 1.6B raised for Czech-led initiative to purchase artillery shells for Ukraine
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and a group of EU leaders met in Prague to discuss the implementation of the artillery initiative, which has already raised more than EUR 1.6 billion.
NATO’s ex-commanders highlight priorities of Western support for Ukraine
On the eve of the 75th anniversary of NATO, a group of retired generals of the member countries issued a collective appeal calling to change the policy regarding military and technical support to Ukraine.