Zelensky holds talks with Côte d'Ivoire president
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with President of Côte d'Ivoire Alassane Ouattara, which were the first in the history of bilateral relations.
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Joe and Jill Biden meet with Olena Zelenska at White House
Olena Zelenska, the wife of the President of Ukraine, has arrived at the White House for an official meeting with First Lady of the United States Jill Biden.
Zelensky, Duda discuss defense support for Ukraine from Poland and allies
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his Polish counterpart Andrzej Duda have discussed defense support for Ukraine from Poland and allies.
Zelensky signs decree on Venediktova's dismissal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree dismissing Iryna Venediktova as Ukraine's prosecutor general.
Venediktova dismissed as Prosecutor General of Ukraine
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has dismissed Iryna Venediktova from her post as Prosecutor General of Ukraine.
VR dismisses Bakanov from his post as SSU chief
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has dismissed Ivan Bakanov from his post as Chief of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU).
Zelensky tables motion to dismiss Prosecutor General Venediktova
President Volodymyr Zelensky tabled a motion to dismiss Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova.
Zelenska meets with Blinken in Washington, holds talks with USAID
The wife of the President of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, began her visit to Washington at the invitation of U.S. First Lady Jill Biden.
18 July 2022
Kuleba on foreign military aid: HIMARS, howitzers, tanks coming in, more to come
The main problem with arms supplies is their schedule, because had Ukraine received more 155mm artillery and MLR systems in time, Lysychansk and Siverodonetsk would have remained under Kyiv’s control.
EU to step up response to disinformation
The Council of the EU has approved conclusions stepping up the bloc's engagement and ability to respond to foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI).
Latvia says Ukraine's interests, security must be taken into account when discussing grain exports
When resuming the export of Ukrainian grain, it is necessary to take into account the interests and security considerations of Ukraine.
Kuleba on unblocking of seaports: We will not agree to any solution that could leave Russia any chance to attack
Ukraine will not agree to any decision regarding the unblocking of Ukrainian seaports, which would leave any loophole for Russia to go for a frontal attack.
Kuleba: Ukraine will sever diplomatic relations with Belarus if its troops cross border
Ukraine will sever diplomatic relations with Belarus if its armed forces cross the Ukrainian border.
Ukraine demands Russia adhere to Geneva Convention on Prisoners of War
Ukraine condemns the illegal treatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian Federation, in particular use of them for its own political purposes.
No peace talks underway due to Russia's fault - Kuleba
Russia has not abandoned the ultimate goal of the war it started, which is the destruction of Ukraine, so no peace negotiations are currently underway.
Ukrainian parliament dismisses Lazebna as social policy minister
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has dismissed Maryna Lazebna as minister of social policy.
Ukraine completes ratification of Istanbul Convention
Ukraine officially completed the ratification of the Istanbul Convention, handing over the relevant documents to Bjørn Berge, Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe.
Kuleba outlines three components of peace in Europe: weapons for Ukraine, sanctions and tribunal for Russia
In his address to the EU Foreign Affairs Council, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba outlined three ways to restore peace and enhance security in Europe.
President appoints Vasyl Maliuk as SBU acting chief
President Volodymyr Zelensky assigned temporary duties of the chief of the Security Service of Ukraine to Vasyl Maliuk.
President’s Office: Bakanov, Venediktova not dismissed yet, checks ahead
The President’s decision to remove Iryna Venediktova from the position of the Prosecutor General and suspend Ivan Bakanov from his duties as the Chief of the Security Service of Ukraine does not mean their dismissal. Official checks will be carried out, after which the President will decide whether to file an appropriate motion at the parliament.
17 July 2022
Zelensky to Trudeau: Ukrainians to never accept Canada's decision on Nord Stream turbine
Ukrainians will never accept Canada's decision to hand the Nord Stream turbine back to Germany, which was actually shipped in violation of sanctions.
Zelensky on SAPO chief appointment: Appropriate person has been chosen, commission has final say
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that the head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has already been selected, so the ball is on the pitch of the selection commission.
Zelensky explains move to sack top prosecutor, security chief
The number of cases where security operatives and prosecutors are investigated over their siding with the enemy poses questions to the chiefs of the relevant bodies.
Zelensky removes head of SBU Bakanov, top prosecuror Veneditkova
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has “removed from duties” Head of the Security Service Ivan Bakanov and “removed from the post” Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova.
Zelensky, Trudeau discuss increased sanctions against Russia after terrorist attacks on Ukrainian cities
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for defense support and called on Canada to increase the sanctions pressure on Russia after its missile attacks on peaceful Ukrainian cities.
Rammstein unfurls Ukrainian flag at concert in Warsaw
Musicians of the German band Rammstein raised the Ukrainian flag at a concert in Warsaw.
Russia's terror has reached its peak in past five months – Venediktova
Russia must be recognized as a terrorist state. We have had terrible evidence of this for eight years, and its terror has reached its peak in the past five months. Almost 23,000 war crimes have been committed by Russian troops.
Zelensky on MH17 tragedy: Russia continues to sow grief on Ukrainian soil
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said on the eighth anniversary of the MH17 tragedy that every criminal will be brought to justice, adding that Russia continues to sow grief on Ukrainian soil.
Canada’s shadow defense minister calls for increasing military, financial support for Ukraine
Canadian Conservatives are deeply concerned by Justin Trudeau government's “waning” support for Ukraine.