CoE firmly supporting Ukraine - Baerbock
Europe must further strengthen its democracy, work to further support Ukraine, and not take freedom for granted, according to German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock.
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New U.S. defense aid to change battlefield situation - State Dept
The U.S. administration is confident that the provision of the latest military aid packages to Ukraine will lead to real changes on the battlefield.
Zelensky discusses preparations for Peace Summit with President of Liberia
President Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with the President of Liberia, Joseph Nyumah Boakai.
Swiss President hopes Peace Summit will help stop war in Ukraine
President of Switzerland Viola Amherd hopes that the Peace Summit in her country will be able to outline steps to end the war in Ukraine.
16 May 2024
War against Hamas cannot be won by military means alone - Bearbock
Germany considers it its duty to prevent the disappearance of the state of Israel and its loss in the conflict with Hamas, which, however, cannot be won by military means alone.
Details of security agreement were discussed during Blinken's visit - Head of VR Committee
During the visit of US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken to Ukraine, the details of the future security agreement between Ukraine and the United States were discussed.
Explaining complex things in simple words: Attempted assassination of Robert Fico, Kerch bridge fate, Protests in Georgia
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.
Xi to Putin: China to remain Russia’s good neighbor, reliable partner
The President of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, during the talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin expressed confidence that the latter is leading his country to “great achievements in development and revival”, and promised to remain a good neighbor and reliable partner of Russia.
Portugal’s PM confirms participation in Peace Summit
Prime Minister Luis Montenegro of Portugal has confirmed he will attend the inaugural Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, organized by Ukraine.
Ukraine at OSCE: Donetsk region remains main axis of Russian offensive
The Russian invasion army launched an offensive operation in the north of Kharkiv region with the aim of stretching Ukrainian forces but Donetsk region remains the main area of Russia’s attack.
The Netherlands “very actively” helping Ukraine fend off Russia - deputy foreign minister
Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Iryna Borovets of Ukraine emphasized that "the Netherlands is a country that very actively helps Ukraine repel the enemy."
At UN, Ukraine shares experience of strengthening resilience in face of cyberattacks
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Digital Development, Digital Transformation and Digitalization of Ukraine Anton Demiokhin spoke at the UN of Ukraine’s experience in cyber diplomacy and strengthening cyber resilience in the face of Russian aggression.
NATO-Ukraine Council meeting at level of defense ministers to be held in June
Allied Defence Ministers will meet at NATO Headquarters in Brussels on 13 and 14 June 2024. On 13 June, a NATO-Ukraine Council will meet at the level of Defence Ministers.
15 May 2024
Ukrainian MFA outlines topics to be discussed at Global Peace Summit
Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Iryna Borovets has said that the Global Peace Summit, which will be hosted by Switzerland next month, will discuss the issues of radiation and nuclear safety, food security, and the return of POWs and deportees, including Ukrainian children.
Stefanchuk meets with Erdogan to discuss Peace Formula, release of Kremlin prisoners
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during his visit to Turkey.
Zelensky appoints new head of Ukrainian National Commission for UNESCO
President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Emine Dzhaparova as head of the Ukrainian National Commission for UNESCO and appointed Iryna Borovets to replace her.
Zelensky: World has strength to force Russia into just peace
The world has the strength, the weapons, and the ability to force Russia into a just peace.
Blinken on peace talks: Ukraine would respond if Putin showed serious interest
If Russian dictator Vladimir Putin showed real interest in engaging in serious negotiations, Ukraine would respond to this but the Kremlin has been demonstrating exactly the opposite.
U.S. does not encourage strikes on Russian soil but it’s Ukraine that decides, Blinken says
The U.S. government does not encourage Ukraine to hitting targets on Russian soil but it is ultimately up to Ukraine to decide on how it wages the war for its independence.
Switzerland may relax arms export rules while keeping ban on supplies to Ukraine in place
Switzerland may allow an expansion of arms exports, but at the same time, the country's government will maintain the current ban on weapons supplies to Ukraine.
Explaining complex things in simple words: Protecting sky over Kharkiv region, Russian invaders’ crimes, Bejing’s role in overcoming Russian crisis
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.
Zelensky condemns attempt on Fico: Violence must not become norm in any country
President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, condemned the assassination attempt on Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico.
First important condition for Ukraine’s European integration already fulfilled - Polish minister
Ukraine has already fulfilled the first important condition toward European integration: there is consensus among the elites and Ukrainian society regarding joining the EU. Warsaw is doing everything possible to quickly adopt the negotiating framework for Kyiv's European integration.
Head of Zelensky’s Office, Denmark’s PM talk defense aid to Ukraine
Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Andriy Yermak and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen discussed military aid to Ukraine and the upcoming Global Peace Summit.
Zelensky postpones all int’l events scheduled for coming days
President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, instructed his Office to postpone all international events with his participation, scheduled for the coming days, and to revise the relevant schedule.
Ukraine and Poland working on draft security agreement - Ambassador Zvarych
The Ukrainian and Polish sides are working on a draft bilateral agreement on security guarantees, and the document is currently undergoing interagency approval in Poland.
State Department advises China to stop supporting Russia before Putin's visit
The United States is advising China to stop supporting Russia in its aggressive policy against Ukraine if Beijing hopes to restore productive relations with Europe.
Ukraine was a pawn in U.S. political games - Senator Brewer
Ukraine became hostage to the political confrontation between Republicans and Democrats in the U.S. Congress, but in the end, more moderate lawmakers did everything to get the military aid package for Ukraine passed.
14 May 2024
NATO will be more secure with Ukraine by its side - Blinken
The experience of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in conducting modern warfare will be very useful for NATO's security, so important steps will be taken at the NATO summit in Washington to bring Ukraine's membership in the military alliance closer.