Ukraine's future in NATO: Weimar Triangle countries adopted joint statement
The foreign ministers of the Weimar Triangle countries - France, Germany and Poland - adopted a joint statement on Monday, which emphasises support for Ukraine.
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Kuleba welcomes EU Council's decision on frozen Russian assets
On Monday, Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba welcomed the decision of the EU Council on the "frozen" assets of the Russian Federation.
12 February 2024
Ukraine’s envoy rebukes at UNSC Russia’s claim ICJ allegedly justifies its actions
In its ruling, adopted on January 31, the UN International Court of Justice established that Russia is a violator of international law in three separate aspects, Sergiy Kyslytsya, Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, noted on Monday, speaking before the UN Security Council.
Weimar Triangle’s top diplomats talk fight against Russian disinformation, security challenges
The foreign ministers of Germany, France, and Poland discussed continued aid to Ukraine, the fight against Russian disinformation, and the current security challenges at a meeting.
Zelensky briefs South African leader on preparations for Global Peace Summit
In a phone call on Monday, February 12, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine told his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, of the ongoing preparations for the Global Peace Summit.
Bundestag vice president arrives in Ukraine
Vice President of the German Bundestag, Katrin Goring-Eckardt, has arrived in Ukraine.
Orbán suggests Ukraine serve as buffer zone between West, Russia
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said Ukraine must become a buffer zone between Russia and NATO, otherwise it will "lose its territory" because the Russians will attack the country "over and over."
Weimar Triangle’s top diplomats set to talk Ukraine support
The foreign ministers of the Weimar Triangle (Poland, Germany, and France) Radoslaw Sikorski, Annalena Baerbock, and Stephane Sejourne will meet on February 12, at Château de Saint-Cloud in France to discuss, among other things, the issue of further support to Ukraine.
Stoltenberg says Trump remarks put US, European soldiers at risk
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said that any attack on the military alliance will be met with a "united and forceful response," after Donald Trump invited Russia to attack member countries that he perceived as not meeting their financial obligations.
11 February 2024
U.S. Senate tackles last obstacle before voting on Ukraine aid package
The U.S. Senate on Sunday voted for the termination of debates and amendments to Bill H.815, which provides for the allocation of $95 billion in support to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
French foreign minister: Europeans should do more to support Ukraine
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Stephane Sejourne has said he believes that Europeans should do more for their own security and support for Ukraine. Therefore, all proposals, including the idea of Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas about military support to Ukraine, are on the table.
Macron postpones his visit to Ukraine for security reasons – media
French President Emmanuel Macron has postponed his visit to Ukraine for security reasons.
President appoints Pavliuk as commander of Ukrainian Ground Forces
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Oleksandr Pavliuk as the commander of the Ukrainian Ground Forces.
Zelensky appoints new Joint Forces commander
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed decrees appointing Yurii Sodol as the Commander of the Joint Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and dismissing Serhii Naiev from this post.
Ireland no longer issuing visas to Russian diplomats
The government of Ireland has refused to issue new visas to Russian diplomats amid espionage concerns.
10 February 2024
Macron reaffirms France's long-term support for Ukraine
The Elysee Palace announced the details of Emmanuel Macron’s phone call with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday.
Russia kills lease deal for land plot under Ukraine’s Embassy
The Municipal Property Department of Moscow ordered that the lease contracts for land plots provided for accommodating the Embassy of Ukraine in Moscow be terminated.
Interviewing Putin in 2024 same as giving floor to Hitler in 1944 - Ukraine’s top diplomat
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba is calling on the world not to spread Russian President Vladimir Putin's “insane genocidal propaganda” while his army continues to kill Ukrainians.
Defense Minister Umerov believes in new General Staff chief’s “experience and strength”
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Rustem Umerov, congratulated the new Chief of the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, Anatoliy Barhylevych, on his appointment.
Confrontation with Russia may drag for decades - Stoltenberg
NATO should be prepared for a long confrontation with Russia, and in this regard, it is necessary to increase the production of ammunition and weapons systems.
Ukraine’s First Deputy Defense Minister dismissed
The Cabinet of Ministers, at a meeting on Saturday, dismissed Oleksandr Pavliuk from the post of First Deputy Minister of Defense.
UN court’s failure to recognize obvious facts would have important implications - Ukraine’s top spy
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s Defense Ministry (GUR), Kyrylo Budanov, commented on the decision by the UN International Court of Justice over the financing of terrorism by Russia.
Zelensky reshuffles NSDC, Supreme CinC Staff
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has introduced changes to the composition of the National Security and Defense Council and the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief.
Zelensky meets with bipartisan delegation from U.S. House of Representatives
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine met in Kyiv with a bipartisan delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives.
Biden, Scholz talk further assistance to Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden received German Chancellor Olaf Scholtz at the White House where the two leaders discussed a number of topical issues, including on continued support for Ukraine in its struggle against Russia’s war of aggression.
Canadians “won’t be fooled” by Russian propaganda - Trudeau on Putin’s interview
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says outright propaganda promoted by Russian President Vladimir Putin has no influence over average Canadians.
U.S. Senate backs start of debate on Ukraine aid bill
The U.S. Senate has supported the initiative to launch a debate on a bill that provides for the allocation of nearly $95 billion in further security assistance to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other needs.
09 February 2024
U.S. Congressman Crow on Zaluzhnyi's dismissal: President has right to seek new approach
The United States recognizes Valerii Zaluzhnyi's leadership as Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and, at the same time, supports the right and responsibility of President Volodymyr Zelensky to seek a new approach after two years of war.
Zelensky meets with members of UWEC Work Group
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with representatives of the Ukraine War Environmental Consequences Work Group.