Small but real chance for ceasefire in Ukraine – Merz
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes that a small but real chance for a ceasefire in Ukraine has now emerged.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes that a small but real chance for a ceasefire in Ukraine has now emerged.
Before taking any steps on the battlefield, both the military and the civilian population must have a clear understanding of what security guarantees Ukraine will receive.
Ukraine, the United States, and European partners have agreed on parameters for achieving peace in Ukraine, including security guarantees such as the development of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the possible deployment of peacekeeping forces to ensure the security of air and maritime space, monitoring of a ceasefire regime, and other measures.
Turkey insists that there are no winners in war and no losers in a just peace, and is ready to offer Istanbul as a venue for peace talks.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that, so far, during negotiations with the American side on the issue of territories, the positions remain different. He emphasized that the US is acting as a mediator in these negotiations.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov noted that there has been significant progress in negotiations between Ukraine and the United States on ways to achieve peace.
President Volodymyr Zelensky described today's talks with the American delegation as difficult but productive.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stressed that today the “international game” is being played for Poland’s security and Ukraine’s independence, and that President of Poland Karol Nawrocki, “if he does not want to or cannot help, should at least refrain from interfering.”
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will arrive in the Netherlands on Tuesday for an official visit, during which he will address both chambers of parliament, hold talks with Prime Minister Dick Schoof, and meet with King Willem-Alexander.
President Volodymyr Zelensky, during a meeting in Berlin with President of the Bundestag Julia Kloeckner, discussed mechanisms that would allow frozen Russian assets to be used for the benefit of Ukraine.
Poland has supported and will continue to support Ukraine because this aligns with its strategic interests, but Warsaw expects a partnership-based approach from Kyiv, as it does not want to be a "junior partner" in the relationship.
President Volodymyr Zelensky today discussed the negotiation process with Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier during a meeting in Berlin and expressed gratitude for Germany's support.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban believes that the end of the war launched by Russia against Ukraine has never been as close as it is now, thanks to the efforts of the United States.
On December 15, the European Union Council imposed restrictive measures on an additional twelve individuals and two entities in light of Russia's continued hybrid activities, including manipulation and information interference, as well as cyberattacks against the EU, its member states, and partners.
The forthcoming visit of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to Warsaw is a positive step. In addition to a meeting with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, talks are also planned with Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Donald Tusk.
On December 15, the European Union Council imposed sanctions on an additional five individuals and four entities responsible for supporting Russia's shadow fleet and its value chain, with a view to further curb Russia's revenue generating abilities.
Talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and a U.S. delegation led by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have concluded in Berlin.
Sixty-one percent of Ukrainians trust Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke online today with political prisoners who were released from Belarus.
Ukraine currently has one of the best and most well-trained armies in the world, and this is its main security guarantee.
Ahead of a series of meetings scheduled for December 15 in Berlin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will participate today in a meeting in Berlin between EU leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Negotiations between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and a U.S. delegation led by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have begun in Berlin.
Warsaw plans to transfer six to eight MiG-29 fighter jets to Kyiv that are set to be withdrawn from service in the Polish Armed Forces by the end of this year.
Witkoff stated that there had been "a lot of progress" in negotiations between Ukraine and the United States, which lasted more than five hours.
The Vatican has prepared a plan for a visit by Pope Leo XIV to Ukraine, but it is currently difficult to carry out due to security concerns.
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A group of EU countries located closest to Russia’s borders plans to begin work next week on concrete measures to strengthen defense capabilities, as Moscow poses too great a threat.
The meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President’s Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, as well as the Ukrainian and U.S. delegations, lasted more than five hours.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has described U.S. President Donald Trump’s new national security strategy as a “wake-up call” for Europe.