Politics

Zelensky sacks Air Force commander

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine dismissed Mykola Oleshchuk from the post of Air Force Commander

Conflicts in Europe can be prevented only if Ukraine comes out victorious from war with Russia - Landsbergis

If Ukraine, with the help of its partners, does not come out victorious from the ongoing war, the conflicts on the European continent will not end, so for now, more "fog of war" is needed to disorient Putin and lead him to defeat in the end.

EU defense aid to Ukraine exceeds EUR 43.5B - Borrell

Military aid from the EU member states to Ukraine since the outset of Russia’s full-scale invasion has exceeded EUR 43.5 billion.

Putin swaps country's wealth for imperial ambitions - von der Leyen

Russian aggression against Ukraine violated the foundations of long-term stability and forced a fundamental rethinking of the entire architecture of European security.

Poland says not going to down Russian missiles, drones over Ukraine

Polish air defense forces will not shoot down Russian missiles and attack drones over the territory of Ukraine.

FM of Ukraine calls on Mongolia to execute international arrest warrant for Putin

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has called on the Mongolian authorities to execute a binding international arrest warrant for the leader of the aggressor country, Vladimir Putin, during his visit to the country.

Situation at front, start of school year, and energy: Zelensky held meeting with Cabinet of Ministers

President Volodymyr Zelensky chaired a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff, during which three issues were discussed: the situation at the front, the start of the school year, and the state of the energy sector.

Dutch defense minister says naming date of Patriot delivery to Ukraine would help Russia

The Minister of Defense of the Netherlands, Ruben Brekelmans, answering journalists' questions about the expected delivery of the Patriot system to Ukraine, said that he would not name the exact date, adding that Ukraine will receive everything that has been promised.

EU defense ministers to discuss delivering on military aid commitments to Ukraine - Borrell

The defense ministers of the EU member states, who are holding an informal meeting in Brussels today, will consider the progress in fulfilling the commitments undertaken in the context of providing Ukraine with weapons and other military equipment to support the nation in the fight against the Russian invasion.

Explaining complex things in simple words: F-16 crash, problem of negotiations with Russia, anniversary of WW2 outbreak

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.  

Putin to visit ICC signatory Mongolia

Russian President Vladimir Putin will pay an official visit to Mongolia on September 3. This is his first visit to a country that has ratified the Rome Statute.

EU countries ready to expedite delivery of pledged military aid to Ukraine - Kuleba

At an informal meeting of EU foreign ministers, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has conveyed a sense of urgency regarding the delivery of pledged military assistance.

Kursk operation is part of Ukraine's self-defense - Latvia's Minister of Foreign Affairs

Ukraine's self-defense, according to the provisions of the UN, includes the right of Kyiv to target military facilities on the territory of Russia, therefore the Ukrainian operation in the Kursk region is an element of self-defense.

Integrity of anti-graft bodies important element in fighting corruption - EU Ambassador

The fight against corruption is an important element of European integration so anti-corruption agencies must retain integrity.

Becoming part of EU “whole society effort” - Ambassador Mathernová

The European Union supports the initiative to create the position of deputy chair for European integration at the level of regional and military administrations because regional policy is one of the strong features of EU policy as a whole.

Yermak meets with Brazilian ambassador who is ending his tenure

Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak met with Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to Ukraine Norton de Andrade Mello Rapesta, who is ending his tenure.

Zelensky has phone call with Netanyahu

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the situation in the Middle East region.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer vows to support Ukraine “as long as it takes”

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister discusses in Poland interception of Russian missiles and drones

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba, who is currently visiting Poland, met with his Polish counterpart Radosław Sikorski in Olsztyn to discuss steps to intercept Russian drones and missiles.

NATO-Ukraine Council meeting: Allies reaffirm strong support for Ukraine

The NATO-Ukraine Council met on Wednesday following recent heavy Russian airstrikes against Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure. Allies strongly condemned Russia’s indiscriminate strikes and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen Ukraine’s defences.

Czech Republic can often help Ukraine in areas where others do not dare - President

There is no more important task in the foreign and security policy of the Czech Republic today than further support for Ukraine.

White House condemns Russian attack on hotel in Kramatorsk that killed Reuters safety adviser

The White House condemned Russia's missile attack on Kramatorsk, Donetsk region, which killed a member of Reuters staff.

Ukrainian government sets up 36 working groups to negotiate Ukraine's accession to EU

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a resolution to set up an Interagency Working Group to ensure the negotiation process on Ukraine's accession to the European Union and bringing Ukraine’s legislation in line with Acquis Communautaire.

On Moldova’s Independence Day Zelensky wishes country security, prosperity

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine congratulated his Moldovan counterpart Maia Sandu on Independence Day and wished the Moldovan people security and prosperity.

Stoltenberg to convene NATO-Ukraine Council meeting at Ukraine's request

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will convene a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on Wednesday, August 28, at Ukraine’s request.

Stefanchuk, Italian ambassador discuss areas of cooperation

Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk and Ambassador of the Republic of Italy to Ukraine Carlo Formosa have discussed areas of cooperation, including the enhancement of parliamentary cooperation between the two countries and the provision of patronage for reconstruction projects.

Zelensky: Russia's goal is full occupation of Donbas

President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Russia's objective is the full occupation of Donbas.

President: Ukraine really needs Polish planes and downing of Russian missiles

Ukraine really needs Polish MiG aircraft and Poland's shooting down of Russian missiles over the western regions.