Zelensky: Black Sea doesn’t belong to Russia
The Black Sea does not belong to Russia because other countries, including Ukraine, Türkiye, Romania, and Bulgaria are also out there.
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Biden administration has taken “risks” with Ukraine support - Sullivan
The Joe Biden administration has accepted significant “risks” in sending advanced weapons to Ukraine, national security adviser Jake Sullivan told the Aspen Security Forum, defending against charges that the U.S. was too timid in arming Kyiv.
Ukraine advisor explains why Putin turning Russian Guard into own army
The Office of the President of Ukraine believes that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is already preparing a new army for domestic use, adding that it will also eventually turn weapons on the Kremlin.
21 July 2023
Blinken: It's vitally important to convince Putin that he will not outlast Ukraine
In order to make sure that Russia changes its position on the establishment of peace in Ukraine, it is vitally important to convince Putin that his regime will not be able to outlast Ukraine and all of its supporters.
Zelensky, Erdogan discuss efforts to restore operation of Black Sea grain export deal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a phone call on Friday coordinated efforts to restore the operation of the Black Sea Grain Initiative.
U.S. envoy to UN: Russia has zero legitimate reason to suspend grain deal
Russia’s statements on suspending their participation in the Black Sea Grain Initiative have no legal grounds behind them as Moscow simply blackmails the world and at the same time increases own grain sales at higher prices.
Today, new story of Europe being written in Ukraine - von der Leyen
The story of a united Europe, which emerged from the ashes of the Second World War, was formed on the basis of freedom, democracy, and equality of all before the law, and now, in a new and turbulent world, Ukraine is writing a new chapter in this story of Europe.
Foreign Minister of Guatemala arrives in Ukraine
First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova discussed with Guatemalan Foreign Minister Mario Adolfo Bucaro Flores preparations for the Crimean Platform summit and the implementation of President Volodymyr Zelensky's Peace Formula.
Zelensky dismisses Prystaiko as Ukraine's ambassador to UK
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Vadym Prystaiko as Ukraine's ambassador to the United Kingdom and permanent representative to the International Maritime Organization.
Hungary blocks €20B for Ukrainian army
Hungary has opposed an EU attempt to create a long-term fund of up to €20 billion to support the Ukrainian army.
New Zealand announces new sanctions against Russia, Belarus
The New Zealand government on Friday, July 21, announced new sanctions against 23 Russian and Belarusian individuals and legal entities in response to Russia's illegal and unjustified assault on Ukraine.
20 July 2023
EU could allocate EUR 5B in annual military aid to Ukraine over next 4 years - Borrell
During a meeting in Brussels today, EU foreign ministers discussed the possibility of allocating EUR 5 billion in annual military assistance to Ukraine over the next four years to be covered under the European Peace Facility.
Zelensky has first-ever phone call with Ethiopia PM, talks disruption grain initiative by Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine discussed with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed Ali, Russia's blocking of sea navigation, withdrawal from the Grain Agreement, and shelling of Ukraine, as well as the issue of preparations for the Global Peace Summit.
Kuleba discusses with Pakistan leadership restoration of Black Sea Grain Initiative
Minister for Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba of Ukraine paid a visit to Pakistan’s capital Islamabad – the first in the history of bilateral relations.
MFA summons Kyrgyzstan's ambassador over circumvention of sanctions against Russia
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has summoned the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Ukraine Idris Kadyrkulov to obtain explanations regarding the information about the use of Kyrgyzstan's jurisdiction to circumvent sanctions against Russia.
Canada expands Russia sanctions
Canada announced a new round of Russian sanctions, imposing restrictive measures against 39 individuals and 25 legal entities.
Protests in France: Russian propaganda awaits far-right victory in Europe
Russian propaganda devoted quite a lot of attention to the unrest in France, which broke out on the night of June 28. While the streets of French cities were restless, the ruscists launched fireworks of manipulation into the information space.
Ukraine calls on partners to ensure safe navigation in Black Sea after threats from Russia
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has called on partners to support Ukraine's initiative to create a humanitarian maritime corridor in the Black Sea as a guarantee of food security in the world.
Kuleba calls on EU to urgently expand all available routes for Ukrainian grain exports
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has called on the European Union and EU countries to urgently expand all available routes for Ukrainian grain exports.
Russian shelling of Odesa port will lead to global food crisis - Borrell
Russia's targeted shelling of the port infrastructure in Odesa, which has been going on for the third night in a row, as well as Russia's deliberate destruction of grain stocks intended for export, are barbaric acts that will lead to a large-scale food crisis in the world.
Australia imposes new sanctions on Russia
The Australian government has introduced new restrictive measures against 45 Russian individuals and legal entities in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
China’s defense chief meets with ex-U.S. top diplomat Kissinger
On July 18, State Councilor and Defense Minister of China Li Shangfu unexpectedly met with former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger in Beijing.
19 July 2023
President holds meeting to discuss preparations for Crimea Platform summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a meeting to discuss preparations for the Crimea Platform summit at the level of state leaders and heads of parliaments.
Zelensky meets with USAID Administrator Samantha Power
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed further support for Ukraine and Russia's attempts to destroy the grain initiative with USAID Administrator Samantha Power.
Stefanchuk discusses sanctions against Russia, special tribunal, European integration with Irish PM
Speaker of the Parliament Ruslan Stefanchuk met with Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar.
Türkiye doesn't connect Russia's exit from "grain deal" with decision on NATO expansion
Turkey does not consider Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative to be any kind of revenge by the Kremlin because Turkey supported Sweden's application to join NATO and the de facto expansion of the Alliance's presence near the Russian border.
Zelensky: Grain corridor won’t be safe if UN limits itself to statements
President Volodymyr Zelensky expects practical actions from the United Nations to ensure the security of the grain corridor, not just statements.
Stefanishyna meets with heads of missions, ambassadors of NATO member states
Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine Olha Stefanishyna discussed further steps for the practical implementation of the Vilnius Summit decisions with the heads of missions and ambassadors of NATO member states.
Lavly Perling, member of Ukraine's Ethics Council, former Estonian prosecutor general
It is important that corrupt officials should be convicted