New government continues to support Ukraine – Dutch FM
The new Dutch government will continue to support Ukraine during Russia's war of aggression and after it ends.
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Sybiha meets newly appointed Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense of Netherlands in Kyiv
The newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tom Berendsen, and Minister of Defense, Dilan Yesilgoz-Zegerius, of the Kingdom of the Netherlands arrived in Ukraine on Saturday, February 28, for their first visit since taking office.
Ukraine thanks 107 countries for backing UN resolution on lasting peace – Zelensky
Ukraine is grateful to all those who supported the United Nations General Assembly resolution titled "Support for lasting peace in Ukraine."
Zelensky imposes sanctions on ten Russian transport and logistics companies
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree enacting a decision of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine to impose sanctions on ten Russian transport and logistics companies that deliver cargo to temporarily occupied territories.
Zelensky to Rutte: Russia’s willingness to end war largely depends on America
President Volodymyr Zelensky informed NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about the Ukrainian team's meeting with the American side and the preparation of a trilateral format.
Kyslytsia speaks about myths surrounding Budapest Memorandum
The English and Ukrainian versions of the Budapest Memorandum differ. In English, Ukraine was given "assurances," while in the Ukrainian version the term used is "guarantees."
27 February 2026
Hungary breaks unwritten EU rule by blocking Ukraine loan document – Kachka
Hungary violated an unwritten European Union rule by blocking one of the documents required to provide a loan to Ukraine, but this will not lead to the cancellation of Ukraine’s financing, said Taras Kachka, Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration.
Without resolving “Crimea issue,” war will end in frozen conflict, not peace – expert
Without addressing the de-occupation of Crimea, Russia’s war against Ukraine will not end in genuine peace but will instead turn into a frozen conflict.
Sweden confirms drone that approached French aircraft carrier was Russian
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson said that the Swedish military has confirmed that the drone which approached the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle was Russian.
Kachka on Ukraine’s EU accession: Hungary’s statements hard to take seriously during election campaign
Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Taras Kachka has said that Kyiv and Budapest share many pragmatic goals – in energy, transport, logistics, and agriculture – that could be realized through Ukraine’s accession to the European Union.
President announces personnel changes in diplomatic corps
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced upcoming changes in Ukraine’s diplomatic corps and said that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is preparing candidates for the post of special envoy on Belarus and the Belarusian community in Europe.
Zelensky: I would support operation against regime in Iran, not against people
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his support for the operation against the regime in Iran, which seeks to attack other countries and deprives its own population of their rights, while stressing that it is better to resolve the situation through diplomatic means.
Ceasefire monitoring framework 90% ready, only political decision required – Kyslytsya
The main elements of the architecture of the system for monitoring and verifying ceasefire violations have already been developed.
Europe must not take part in “dirty deal” between U.S. and Russia, German political scientist says
The United States is far more interested in gaining access to Russian raw materials and involving American companies than in supporting Ukraine, and European countries must clearly distance themselves from any possible “dirty” deals between the U.S. and Russia.
European Commission has not yet decided whether to send its experts to inspect damage to Druzhba pipeline
The European Commission welcomes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's readiness to accept the results of an inspection of the damaged Druzhba pipeline by a relevant mission initiated by Hungary and Slovakia, but the format of such a mission has not yet been determined.
Ukraine ready to provide Botswana with information regarding Russia's recruitment of its citizens – Sybiha
Ukraine is open to cooperation with Botswana concerning the possible recruitment of its citizens by Russia for the war.
Czech military officer: We help Ukraine a lot as citizens, but very little as state
Assistance to Ukraine in resisting Russian aggression is critically important from the standpoint of defending Europe’s fundamental values.
Zelensky, Klimkin discuss 'several areas for possible cooperation'
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with former Foreign Minister Pavlo Klimkin and discussed the foreign policy situation surrounding Ukraine with him.
Polish Sejm adopts resolution in support of Ukraine
The lower house of the Polish parliament on Friday passed a resolution expressing solidarity with Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of the start of Russia's full-scale aggression.
Mathernová says reforms in Ukraine have slowed down over past six months
As part of its accession process to the European Union, Ukraine has already implemented complex, long-term institutional reforms in the areas of the rule of law and anti-corruption.
MFA reacts to parade in Pyongyang with participation of “Kursk veterans” fighting against Ukraine
In response to the parade of North Korean troops who fought against Ukraine in Kursk, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Heorhii Tykhyi recalled the danger of cooperation between North Korea and Russia.
Zelensky holds talks with Fico
President Volodymyr Zelensky is currently holding talks with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
Budanov: Talking about elections under current circumstances is pointless
The head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, believes that it is pointless to talk about holding presidential elections in Ukraine under the current conditions.
Budanov: World security is only possible after collapse of Russia as empire
Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the Office of the President, believes that a change of regime in the Kremlin will not change the aggressive nature of the Russian Federation – the strategic goal should be to divide the aggressor country into several states, since only the eradication of Moscow's imperial ambitions will guarantee world security.
Zelensky: There is “window” for achieving peace before US midterm elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he sees a “window” of opportunity for achieving peace between now and the US midterm elections in November.
Kyiv hopes for positive decision from Tokyo on joining PURL – Zhovkva
Ukraine and Japan have significant potential for security cooperation. Kyiv hopes for a positive decision from Tokyo on joining the PURL initiative, which would allow additional funding to be directed toward providing non-lethal equipment and technologies.
Rada reinstates EU-Ukraine agreement on scientific and technological cooperation
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has ratified a document restoring the validity of the agreement between Ukraine and the EU on scientific and technological cooperation.
26 February 2026
Japan will continue supporting Ukraine to achieve just and lasting peace – ambassador
Japan's support for Ukraine is long-term and comprehensive, covering areas from macrofinancial assistance and energy to the involvement of Japanese businesses in Ukraine's reconstruction. Japan will continue its efforts together with Ukraine and its partners to achieve a just and lasting peace.
Umerov: Another round of talks concludes in Geneva
Another round of negotiations has concluded in Geneva, with the work taking place in two formats – separate talks with the U.S. delegation and a trilateral meeting involving the United States and Switzerland.