Zelensky: Destroying enemy, protecting Ukrainians foundation of country’s existence
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine expressed his gratitude to all soldiers who repel the Russian onslaught and thereby restore justice for Ukraine.
Politics
18 October 2023
No possibilities for talks, compromises with Putin - adviser
It must be understood that there are no possibilities on the table for any compromises or negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin as this would legitimize war crimes as global policy tools.
Ukraine’s Parl’t Speaker, Romanian PM talk food security, Ukraine's integration into EU, NATO
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk discussed with the Prime Minister of Romania, Marcel Ciolacu and Romanian government officials a number of important issues, including further strategic partnership, food security, Ukraine's integration into the European Union and NATO, as well as the implementation of the Peace Formula proposed by President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Escalation in Middle East must be prevented - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has called to prevent any further escalation in the Middle East and save “as many lives as possible.”
European Commission issues recommendations to Ukraine as part of extending visa waiver
The European Commission published today the so-called sixth report on the Visa Suspension Mechanism, proposing to introduce new, stricter requirements for continued visa waiver for third countries. The document contains recommendations for EU neighbors, including Ukraine.
President of Ukraine, PM of Romania hold meeting in Kyiv
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Romania Marcel Ciolacu have met in the city of Kyiv.
Ukraine condemns Russia’s withdrawal from Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty
Ukraine’s Foreign Affairs Ministry has condemned the steps taken by Russia to revoke its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) and urged the global community to respond to Moscow’s provocations accordingly.
Zelensky, Macron discuss Ukraine’s naval capabilities, macro-financial support
In a phone call, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed a number of bilateral issues.
Zelensky, Støre discuss defense cooperation between Ukraine, Norway
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has had a phone call with Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre.
Ukraine, Romania governments sign seven bilateral documents on cooperation
Seven documents, including on the expansion of Ukraine's export capacity, were signed at a joint meeting of the governments of Ukraine and Romania.
Biden to ask Congress for $100B for Ukraine aid - media
U.S. President Joe Biden is considering an additional request for nearly $100 billion, which would include defense aid to Israel and Ukraine.
Zelensky, Ramaphosa discuss Peace Formula and Grain from Ukraine initiative
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa.
17 October 2023
Yermak thanks Rasmussen for promoting security guarantees for Ukraine
In a conversation with former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak thanked him for promoting the importance of providing security guarantees for Ukraine.
Last step before EU accession talks: Rada passes law on politically exposed persons
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine passed the draft law on politically exposed persons at second reading and as a whole.
Ukraine condemns Hamas attacks, supports Israel and advocates political settlement - MFA
Ukraine firmly supports Israel in its right to defense and in its efforts to counter terrorist acts, but considers it crucially important that the confrontation does not lead to an increase in civilian casualties on both sides.
Yermak, FM of Malta discuss deepening Ukraine's cooperation with Global South
Head of the President’s Office Andriy Yermak discussed the need to create an effective platform for deepening Ukraine's dialogue with the Global South countries with Minister for Foreign Affairs of Malta Ian Borg.
16 October 2023
Zelensky discusses further Ukraine–Canada defense cooperation with Trudeau
In a phone conversation with Justin Trudeau, Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the implementation of the agreements reached during his visit to Canada, as well as the continuation of defense cooperation.
Zelensky has phone conversation with President of Finland
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone conversation with President of Finland Sauli Niinistö.
Zelensky, US special representative discuss protection of Ukraine's energy facilities
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery Penny Pritzker have discussed the protection of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
Russia turning everything that can be used for pressure on Ukraine into weapon – Stefanchuk
Ukraine will not start negotiations with the Russian Federation while its troops remain on Ukraine's internationally recognized territory, because the Kremlin turns everything that can be used for pressure into a weapon.
OSCE Chairman-in-Office arrives in Kyiv
OSCE Chairman-in-Office, Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia Bujar Osmani arrived on a visit to Kyiv.
15 October 2023
White House not ruling out U.S. troops’ involvement in releasing hostages held by HAMAS
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said on Sunday he would not rule out the possibility of any kind of U.S. forces being involved in the release of hostages captured in the war between Israel and Hamas, while noting that there are currently no such plans.
Biden to ask Congress for joint aid package for Ukraine, Israel - Sullivan
U.S. President Joe Biden intends to ask Congress in the coming days to approve a package of military aid to Ukraine and Israel in the amount of "significantly more" than $2 billion.
OSCE chief to visit Kyiv on Monday
The current chairman of the OSCE, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia, Bujar Osmani, will visit Kyiv on Monday, where he will hold meetings with Ukraine’s leadership and talk with people on the ground.
Kuleba explains comment on "difficult autumn" for Ukraine
Minister for Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba explained his recent comment suggesting that Ukraine’s diplomacy was facing a "difficult autumn" and spoke of steps to prevent negative scenarios.
Kuleba names two reasons behind narrative of "total corruption" in Ukraine
Minister for Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba believes the unfolding of the narrative about the alleged “total corruption” in Ukraine is due to the approaching date when a decision is set to be made on launching the EU accession talks, as well as the efforts of a certain part of U.S. politicians to undermine further support for Ukraine.
Georgia fails to support PACE resolution to recognize Russia as dictatorship
Georgia’s ruling party chose not to vote in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe for the resolution, which recognizes Russia as a dictatorship and calls not to recognize Vladimir Putin as legitimate president after his current term expires.
14 October 2023
Yermak, Sullivan discuss intensification of hostilities in eastern Ukraine
In a phone call, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and National Security Advisor to the President of the United States Jake Sullivan discussed the intensification of enemy offensive actions on the eastern front.
More countries from Latin America, Africa, Asia joining implementation of Ukrainian Peace Formula - Zhovkva
More countries from Latin America, Africa and Asia are joining the implementation of the Peace Formula and other international initiatives put forward by Ukraine.