Japan decides to evacuate most of embassy staff in Ukraine
The Japanese government has said that the country will evacuate most of its embassy staff in Ukraine.
Politics
Carl Bildt: Invasion of Ukraine will mean the beginning of the end of Putin era
The decision of Russian President Vladimir Putin to go to war with Ukraine will mean the beginning of the end of the Putin era in Russia.
Zelensky invites Biden to visit Kyiv in coming days
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a Sunday call with U.S. President Joe Biden invited him to visit Kyiv in the coming days and assured that the Ukrainian capital and other cities are under reliable protection, according to the Ukrainian president's press service.
13 February 2022
Ukraine requests OSCE meeting over Russia's military build-up
Ukraine has requested an emergency meeting within the OSCE after Russia ignored Ukraine's request under the OSCE Vienna Document to clarify Russia's military activity along its border with Ukraine and in temporarily occupied Crimea.
Biden to Zelensky: U.S. will respond swiftly and decisively to any further Russian aggression
U.S. President Joe Biden spoke today with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky about the security situation around Ukraine, according to a statement posted on the website of the White House.
12 February 2022
‘Welcome to hell!’: Armed Forces of Ukraine absolutely ready to repel aggressor
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are absolutely ready to repel the aggressor. Anyone who has looked our soldiers in the eyes at least once is convinced that there will be no repeat of 2014, that the aggressor will not take Kyiv, Odesa, Kharkiv, or any other city.
Ukraine ready for any 'surprises' - president
Ukraine is ready for any development of events related to Russian aggression, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
White House effectively using data on Russia's intentions as deterrent - CNN
For months, President Joe Biden's administration has officially disclosed previously classified intelligence about Russia's actions around Ukraine, using them as a deterrent to Moscow, according to an article published by CNN on Friday.
EU, U.S. again warn Russia against Ukraine invasion
The United States and the European Union have a consolidated position in support of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, reiterating that any further Russian aggression against Ukraine will have massive consequences and severe costs for Russia.
Ukrainian Foreign Ministry urges calm amid fears of invasion
The Ukrainian authorities are making every effort to keep Ukraine stable and ready for different scenarios, but it is very important to remain calm, stay consolidated within the country and refrain from any actions that undermine stability and sow panic.
Ukrainian president enacts NSDC decision on sanctions
President Volodymyr Zelensky has enacted a Ukrainian National Security and Defense Council decision "On the Application of Personal Special Economic and Other Restrictive Measures (Sanctions)."
Blinken tells Kuleba consequences for Russia will be swift and severe - State Department
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed in a phone call with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Friday, February 11, that the United States had agreed with its allies and partners on the consequences for Russia in the event of its further aggression against Ukraine.
11 February 2022
Statement on possible evacuation of diplomats part of Russia's narrative about 'Ukraine's offensive' - Kuleba
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's statement about the possible evacuation of some Russian diplomats from Ukraine is part of Russia's narrative about "Ukraine preparing for offensive operations" and an attempt to shift responsibility for the escalation onto the other side.
Normandy format advisors will meet in March - German govt spokesperson
The next meeting of advisors to the leaders of the Normandy format countries will take place in March, according to German government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit.
Nothing new in Biden's appeal to U.S. citizens to leave Ukraine - Kuleba
U.S. President Joe Biden's call for U.S. citizens to leave Ukraine now does not indicate that the security situation around Ukraine has changed dramatically.
Zelensky calls for govt interaction at all levels to build effective territorial defense
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has emphasized the importance of government interaction at all levels in the organization of territorial defense.
Ukrainian embassy hails UK's decision to strengthen sanctions against Russia
The Embassy of Ukraine in the United Kingdom has welcomed the decision by the UK Government to strengthen the sanctions regime against Russia.
Normandy format advisers confirm commitment to upholding ceasefire – Yermak
Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Andriy Yermak assured that advisers to the leaders of the Normandy Format countries reaffirmed their commitment to upholding a ceasefire regime in eastern Ukraine.
U.S. at OSCE: Russia has mobilized 85 battalion tactical groups near Ukraine
Russia has mobilized 85 heavily armed battalion tactical groups on Ukraine's borders, according to Ambassador Michael Carpenter, U.S. Permanent Representative to the OSCE.
Normandy format advisors approve no document
Advisors to the leaders of the Normandy format countries have not adopted a joint document following their meeting in Berlin on February 10.
Zelensky, Duda discuss diplomatic efforts on de-escalation
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Poland Andrzej Duda in a phone conversation discussed diplomatic efforts on de-escalation.
10 February 2022
Kuleba: Progress in ‘Minsk’ format possible if Russia stops demanding Kyiv's dialogue with LPR/DPR
If Russia stops demanding a direct dialogue between Kyiv and the “LPR/DPR”, it will allow moving forward in the implementation of the Minsk agreements and agreeing on things that remain uncoordinated.
Kuleba, Rau discuss steps to strengthen effectiveness of OSCE SMM in Ukraine
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has held talks with Zbigniew Rau, OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Poland's Foreign Minister, who is visiting Ukraine on his first foreign visit as OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry's press service has said.
Stoltenberg, Zelensky discuss Russia's military build-up around Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg discussed Russia's military build-up around Ukraine with President Volodymyr Zelensky during a telephone conversation.
Next few days could be most dangerous moment in Ukraine-Russia conflict - Johnson
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that the next few days could be the most dangerous moment in the Russian-Ukrainian crisis.
Shmyhal, Lithuanian PM discuss security situation
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Prime Minister of the Republic of Lithuania Ingrida Simonyte have discussed the security situation in Europe.
Kuleba asks OSCE to prepare report on issuance of Russian passports in eastern Ukraine
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba requests the OSCE to prepare a thematic report on Russia's issuance of passports to Ukrainian citizens in certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
MFA protests against Russia's partial blockade of Black and Azov seas, Kerch Strait
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine strongly protests against the decision of the Russian Federation to block parts of the Black Sea, the Sea of Azov and the Kerch Strait under the pretext of conducting naval exercises.
White House outraged by Putin's "Tough it out, my beautiful girl” Ukraine statement
White House Spokeswoman Jen Psaki said Russian President Vladimir Putin's statement, "Tough it out, beautiful" about Ukraine's alleged reluctance to comply with the Minsk agreements was outrageous.