China cannot support Russian war in Ukraine without harming own interests - Rutte
Beijing cannot continue to fuel the biggest conflict Europe in modern history without undermining its own interests and reputation.
Politics
PACE passes resolution on propaganda in Europe with Ukrainian amendments
On Tuesday, October 1, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe adopted the resolution "Propaganda and Freedom of Information in Europe" by a majority vote.
Scholz plans to hold call with Putin, first in two years - media
Germany’s Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz intends to hold in November the first phone call in two years with the head of the Kremlin, Vladimir Putin.
Incoming NATO chief makes no predictions on timing of invitation for Ukraine to join Alliance
The new Secretary General of NATO Mark Rutte, answering journalists’ questions, said it is difficult to predict when the Alliance will be able to invite Ukraine.
Ukraine calls for restraint from Israel and Lebanon to prevent war – MFA
Ukraine is urging Israel and Lebanon to exercise maximum restraint to prevent the conflict from escalating into a large-scale regional war.
U.S. working to unlock USD 50B for Ukraine from Russian assets – Brink
The United States is working to unlock a USD 50 billion loan for Ukraine, which will be repaid from future profits generated by frozen Russian sovereign assets, by the end of the year.
Ukraine's victory to remain key priority for NATO – Mark Rutte
Supporting Ukraine and ensuring conditions for its victory will remain a key priority for the new NATO Secretary General, along with strengthening transatlantic ties and global partnerships in addressing security issues.
Lithuania streamlines mechanism of donations on defense
In Lithuania, a new law on the Defense Fund enters into force on October 1, allowing individuals and entities to support the national defense by making online transfers or acquiring defense bonds.
Croatia PM says Putin catalyzes EU enlargement
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin unwittingly became the biggest catalyst for the expansion of the European Union, as his invasion of Ukraine in 2022 pushed more countries to join the bloc.
30 September 2024
Israel creates closed military zone near border with Lebanon
Israel authorities have declared several settlements near the border with Lebanon a closed military zone.
Zelensky: Ukraine preparing for “special” Ramstein meeting
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine during a meeting with officials following his visit to the USA noted that the Ukrainian and American teams are working on what was discussed and are preparing for a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group.
Explaining complex things in simple words: recap of Zelensky’s U.S. visit, deep strikes into Russia, second anniversary of illegal annexation
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.
Sybiha to visit Poland on Tuesday
Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha will visit Poland on Tuesday, October 1, as part of his ongoing tour across Eastern Europe.
G7 voices support to Ukraine on anniversary of illegal annexations by Russia
Two years into Moscow's illegal annexation of parts of Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia regions, the foreign ministers of the Group of Seven expressed their support for Ukraine.
Baerbock supports idea of West supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock supports the idea of the West supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles for self-defense, even though German Chancellor Olaf Scholz takes a different position on the issue.
Stoltenberg: Putin's nuclear talk shouldn't stop NATO backing Ukraine
NATO members should not be deterred from providing increased military assistance to Ukraine due to Russian President Vladimir Putin's ‘reckless nuclear rhetoric.’
Trump wants Ukraine to have more leverage in negotiations with Russia – Senator Rubio
Former U.S. President Donald Trump aims to strengthen Ukraine's position ahead of potential peace negotiations with Russia.
Orbán seeks to organize Ukraine-Russia ‘peace summit’
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has held intensive talks with representatives from China and Brazil in an attempt to initiate a peace summit between Ukraine and Russia.
Poland to raise Volyn tragedy in Ukraine's EU membership talks
Poland intends to address the complex history in its relations with Ukraine, particularly regarding the exhumation of Polish victims of the Volyn tragedy, in the first section of negotiations about Ukraine’s membership in the EU.
Sybiha, Szijjártó discuss Zelensky's Victory Plan
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó discussed ways to achieve lasting peace, punish Russia, and implement President Volodymyr Zelensky's Victory Plan.
Sybiha, Szijjarto launch talks in Budapest
Foreign ministers of Ukraine and Hungary, Andrii Sybiha and Peter Szijjarto, started bilateral negotiations in Budapest.
Victory Plan to be presented to Ukrainians short of certain details - Zelensky’s Office chief
Ukraine's Victory Plan, initiated by President Volodymyr Zelensky, will be presented to the Ukrainian public omitting some sensitive details.
Ukraine’s top diplomat to visit Hungary Sep 30
Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha on Monday, September 30, will pay a working visit to Hungary for bilateral negotiations with his Hungarian counterpart, Peter Szijjarto.
Ukrainian prisoners held by Russia set to be focus of autumn PACE session
The debates under urgent procedures and a resolution concerning persons missing due to Russian aggression—military prisoners and civilians—will be central topics.
Attorneys General of Ukraine and United States discuss cooperation
Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin held an official meeting with U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and the U.S. Department of Justice team to discuss cooperation in priority areas.
29 September 2024
Both parties in U.S. Congress urge rethink of America’s Russia strategy
The bipartisan committee called on the U.S. government to abandon the status quo established after the end of the Cold War in relations with the Russian Federation, and label Moscow as a “persistent” threat to global security.
Zelensky's U.S. visit challenging yet successful – President’s Office chief
Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Andriy Yermak says President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the USA was challenging, yet crucial and successful.
At next Ramstein, we need to decide how to increase pressure on Russia - Zelensky
In October, Ukraine and its partners are to identify joint steps and a common vision of how to increase pressure on Russia at the Ramstein Conference.
Biden: Ukraine will win this war
U.S. President Joe Biden has expressed confidence that Ukraine will win the fight against Russian military aggression.