PG Kostin, ICC official discuss opening of Court’s office in Ukraine
Prosecutor General Andriy Kostin of Ukraine discussed with International Criminal Court representative Brenda Hollis the opening of an ICC office in Ukraine.
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EU, CELAC leaders speak for just peace in Ukraine
Following the two-day meeting in Brussels, the heads of state and government of the EU member states and the countries of the Community of Latin America and the Caribbean (CELAC) supported efforts to establish a just and sustainable peace in Ukraine, and also advocated the continuation of the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
Special Tribunal could punish Belarus leadership for participating in war – Korynevych
Anton Korynevych, Ambassador-at-Large at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, does not rule out that in the future the Special Tribunal will be able to punish the leadership of Belarus for participating in the war against Ukraine.
Baltic countries condemn Russia's crimes in Ukraine at UN Security Council
On July 17, during a high-level meeting of the United Nations Security Council on the peace and security in Ukraine, Chancellor of the Government of Lithuania Giedre Balcytyte, on behalf of the Baltic States, condemned Russia's crimes and aggression against Ukraine, as well as Russia's recent unilateral decision to withdraw from the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
18 July 2023
Punishing Russia for terror is a historic task for the current generation of world leaders – Zelensky
Overcoming Russian aggression and punishing Russia for terror is a historic task for the current generation of world leaders, and the world will fulfill this task.
Zelensky meets with JICA President paying visit to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a meeting with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) President Akihiko Tanaka, who arrived in Ukraine.
Kuleba at UN General Assembly: Putin has imperial tumor in his head
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba calls on UN member states to put maximum pressure on Russia to make it stop violations against children and return them to Ukraine.
Core Group on creation of Special Tribunal includes representatives of 38 countries and organizations
The Coalition (Core Group) on the creation of a Special Tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine includes representatives of 38 countries and several representatives of international organizations that have already held several working meetings.
Ukraine counting on Azerbaijan's support for Crimea Platform, Peace Formula
First Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Emine Dzhaparova and Ambassador of Azerbaijan Seymur Mardaliyev discussed preparations for Сrimea Platform summit and Peace Formula proposed by President Volodymyr Zelensky.
G20 summit to end without joint statement as Ukraine war divides bloc - media
Two-day negotiations between the finance ministers of the G20 nations will end today without a joint statement due to differences between the participating states regarding the condemnation of the war in Ukraine.
ECHR completely rejects all Russia's claims against Ukraine
The European Court of Human Rights on Tuesday, July 18, announced a decision in the case of Russia v. Ukraine. The court rejected all of Russia's claims against Ukraine in their entirety.
FM Kuleba: All ICC member states should comply with demand for Putin’s arrest
Ukraine actively cooperates with the International Criminal Court to hold Russian criminals to account and also calls on all 123 ICC member states to comply with the demand for the arrest of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin and his Commissioner for Children's Rights Maria Lvova-Belova.
South Korea to provide non-lethal aid only to Ukraine
The Republic of Korea will continue providing humanitarian and non-lethal military assistance and equipment only to support Ukraine in its struggle against Russian armed aggression.
17 July 2023
Ukraine, UN and Türkiye can jointly ensure operation of food corridor and inspection of vessels – Zelensky
Ukraine, the UN and Türkiye can jointly ensure the operation of the food corridor and the inspection of vessels. It is necessary for everyone in the world – and everyone who supports it will become a savior of life in a huge territory from Morocco to China, from Indonesia to Lebanon.
Britain condemns Russia's withdrawal from Black Sea grain deal
UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has condemned Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative, which allowed the export of grain from Ukraine.
UN chief regrets Russia's decision to exit grain export deal
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed regret over Russia's decision to withdraw from the Black Sea Grain Agreement and said he had sent an official letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin outlining why it is necessary to extend the grain export deal.
Ukrainian, French foreign ministers discuss steps to ensure global food security
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna have condemned Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative and discussed global food security.
Kuleba on Russia's exit from grain deal: Stop playing "hunger games"
The first consequence of Russia's non-extension of the grain deal will be a rise in grain prices around the world.
Zelensky: Black Sea grain corridor can operate without Russia’s participation
Making statements on withdrawal from the grain deal, Russia breaks its agreements with Türkiye and the UN. Ukraine does not have any agreements with the Russian Federation.
UK announces new sanctions against Russia
The British government announced sanctions against 14 Russians in response to Russia’s attempts to destroy Ukrainian national identity, including 11 against those involved in the forced deportation of Ukrainian children.
PM of Netherlands about MH17 tragedy: Loss is huge, lasting
Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte has expressed his condolences and wished additional strength to the relatives of the victims of flight MH17.
Zelensky about MH17 anniversary: Our thoughts and hearts are with families of all 298 victims
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the Ukrainians on the ninth anniversary of the downing of flight MH17 in Donetsk region.
Summit with sequel
Although Ukraine did not receive an official invitation to become a NATO member during the NATO Summit in Vilnius, this meeting is worth noting as important for our country. This is also evidenced by a number of events that took place during the summit or immediately after it.
USAID Administrator Samantha Power arrives in Kyiv
USAID Administrator Samantha Power has arrived in Kyiv on a visit for the second time since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
MH17 anniversary: Russia must answer for the crime, Kyiv calls for cooperation of all countries
On the anniversary of the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed its condolences to the families and relatives of all the passengers and crew members of the plane who died, and also called on all states to cooperate in bringing Russia to justice.
Ukraine's foreign minister to visit UN headquarters in New York
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba will pay a working visit to the UN headquarters in New York on July 17-18.
16 July 2023
President: Ukraine will get stronger and help other nations protect their sovereignty
Every year, Ukraine will only get stronger and help other nations to protect their sovereignty and build common security.
MH17 anniversary: EU expects Russia to accept its responsibility
On the occasion of the ninth anniversary of the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, which is marked on July 17, the European Union has called on Russia to accept its responsibility in this terrible crime and to cooperate with the international investigation.
G7 Finance Ministers reaffirm unwavering support for Ukraine
The Finance Ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) have reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing armed aggression.