Orban slams EU decision on frozen Russian assets, Sybiha responds
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has responded to a post by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, in which he criticized the EU's decision on frozen Russian assets.
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Macron: While Russia continues war, Ukraine stands firm
French President Emmanuel Macron has said that he spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and expressed gratitude to all parties involved in achieving a robust and lasting peace in Ukraine.
Latvia to allocate additional EUR 5M for drones for Ukraine
Latvian MPs have approved the reallocation of EUR 5 million to purchase unmanned systems to support Ukraine in 2025.
Zelensky meets with US envoys in Berlin – AP
A meeting has begun in Berlin between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
Opening of Ukraine's vice consulate in Rzeszow will facilitate strategic projects – official
The opening of Ukraine's vice consulate in Rzeszow will help accelerate the implementation of strategic projects along the Polish-Ukrainian border.
Zelensky, Nawrocki to discuss security, economy, history in Warsaw – Polish president's office
The Polish presidential office has confirmed an invitation for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to visit Warsaw on December 19. During the talks, Zelensky and his Polish counterpart Karol Nawrocki will discuss security, the economy, and history.
Zelensky says he will agree to visit Poland on Friday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he will agree to a visit to Poland on Friday, December 19.
Ukraine preparing for meeting with US – Zelensky
Ukraine is preparing for a meeting with the United States and is working through all the details of joint draft documents.
Ukrainian president arrives in Germany
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Germany, where he plans, among other things, to meet with the U.S. negotiating team.
Ukraine supports transfer of Belarusian political prisoners through its territory — Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukraine supported the transfer of Belarusian political prisoners through its territory.
Zelensky: Parliament should soon develop options for holding elections
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Ukraine must be prepared for any possible developments regarding elections, adding that the Parliament should soon develop options for how they could be conducted.
13 December 2025
Zelensky: upcoming days to see multiple meetings with partners to lay foundation for peace
In the coming days, meetings are planned with the United States and European partners to discuss the foundation for peace – a political agreement aimed at ending the war.
Starmer, von der Leyen discuss Ukraine peace plan, frozen Russian assets
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed a U.S.-led peace plan to end Russia’s war against Ukraine, as well as the use of frozen Russian assets.
Zelensky says Belarus released about hundred civilians, including five Ukrainians
About one hundred civilians, including five Ukrainians, who were held in Belarus, have been released.
Babis says he opposes financing Ukraine with Czech funds
Newly appointed Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis has said he is not ready to finance Ukraine at the expense of Czech citizens.
Finnish President cancels trip to U.S. because of “critical” situation in Ukraine
Finnish President Alexander Stubb has canceled his plans to visit the United States on Monday and Tuesday and will instead travel to Germany, where he will participate in discussions on Ukraine.
Turkey urges Ukraine, Russia to agree on halting attacks on energy and port infrastructure
Turkey has expressed concern over an attack on a vessel owned by a Turkish company while it was in the Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk and has emphasized the need to reach agreements to prevent escalation in the Black Sea, including a halt to attacks on energy and port infrastructure.
G7 ready to help strengthen Ukraine's energy sector
The G7+ Ukraine Energy Coordination Group has expressed its readiness to help strengthen the protection of Ukraine's energy sector against aerial and missile attacks.
Witkoff, Kushner to travel to Berlin for talks on Ukraine – media
U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner are expected to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders in Berlin this weekend.
Trump on peace deal for Ukraine: Many people want this
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that a peace deal for Ukraine being advanced by the United States could work and that, in his opinion, many people want to see it work.
12 December 2025
Indefinite freeze of Russian assets: European Union reveals details
The EU Council today decided to temporarily prohibit any transfer of the frozen assets of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation to the aggressor state.
Zelensky: work on ending war, securing guarantees for Ukraine ongoing on three fronts
President Volodymyr Zelensky received reports from Head of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov, noting that efforts to end the war and define security guarantees for Ukraine are progressing in three directions.
Rushing into elections could undermine their legitimacy, play into Russia’s hands, MP says
A 60-90 day timeframe for preparing elections in Ukraine is unrealistic because it would cast doubt on their legitimacy. Premature elections could push Ukraine into a political crisis – something Russia is counting on.
Next UDCG meeting set for December 16
The next meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (the “Ramstein” format) will take place online on December 16.
Stefanchuk meets with Pope at Vatican
The Chairperson of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk had an audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, during which they discussed strengthening international efforts to return Ukrainian children, prisoners of war, and civilian hostages.
Japan applies to join SAFE
Japan has submitted an official application to participate in SAFE (Security Action for Europe), following earlier applications by Turkey and South Korea.
German MFA summons Russian ambassador over national security threat
The Russian ambassador to Germany was summoned to the German Foreign Ministry over a large-scale cyberattack and a disinformation campaign during the federal election campaign, which German authorities say were carried out by Russian intelligence services.
Telegram reports on Prosecutor General’s resignation refuted
The Office of the Prosecutor General has denied information circulating on social media alleging that Ruslan Kravchenko submitted a letter of resignation from the post of Prosecutor General.
Office of President refutes media claims that Ukraine agreed to buffer zone in Donetsk region
Journalists from Le Monde misinterpreted the remarks of Mykhailo Podolyak, Adviser to the Head of the Office of the President, suggesting that Ukraine is allegedly ready to agree to the creation of a demilitarized zone in the Donetsk region.