Former Energy Minister Halushchenko detained while attempting to cross border
While crossing the border today, February 15, the former energy minister was detained by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau.
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Former NATO Secretary General: It is not up to Putin to decide whose troops to be in Ukraine
Europeans, with US support, should deploy troops to Ukraine as a security guarantee, but this should not be a direct part of the peace agreement if it is signed.
Sybiha, Anand discuss path to peace, Ukraine's recovery
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand held a meeting on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
Rubio tells G7 counterparts US is ready to continue participation in Ukraine peace talks
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told G7 foreign ministers on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference that the United States remains committed to participating in negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
Sybiha, Kallas discuss tougher sanctions on Russia, Ukraine's path to EU
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference to discuss the peace process, increased pressure on Russia, and Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
Japan's Motegi, NATO's Rutte discuss further support for Ukraine
Japan's Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, stating that Japan will continue to deepen its relations with NATO and provide assistance to Ukraine.
UK and four other European countries say Navalny was poisoned in prison
The United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, France, and the Netherlands stated that poison was found in tissue samples from Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny's body.
Italy may join Trump's Board of Peace as observer – Meloni
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that her country may join U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace as an observer.
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Security guarantees for Ukraine must not repeat fate of Budapest Memorandum – Pistorius
Future security guarantees for Ukraine must be reliable and real, not a "paper tiger" like the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, according to German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
Zelensky holds call with Witkoff, Kushner ahead of Geneva talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with U.S. presidential envoys Steven Witkoff and Jared Kushner ahead of the upcoming trilateral meetings in Geneva.
Zelensky accepts Munich Security Conference award on behalf of Ukrainian people
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has received the Ewald von Kleist Award of the Munich Security Conference, which this year was bestowed upon the Ukrainian people.
Zelensky, Rubio discuss strengthening air defense, further steps in negotiations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio have discussed strengthening Ukraine's air defense and the next steps in trilateral negotiations during a meeting in Munich.
Zelensky hopes French support will not decline after Macron leaves office
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he believes Ukraine enjoys broad support across French society and expressed hope that this backing will not diminish after the end of Emmanuel Macron's presidential term.
Zelensky: US proposes 15-year security guarantees, but Ukraine needs more than 20
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says that the United States has proposed security guarantees for 15 years, but Ukraine needs guarantees lasting more than 20 years.
Russia deliberately attacks Azerbaijan's diplomatic representation in Ukraine – Aliyev
Russia attacked Azerbaijan's diplomatic missions and energy infrastructure in Ukraine three times, indicating the deliberate nature of the attacks.
Zelensky, Aliyev discuss energy projects and peace process
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to discuss the implementation of energy projects as well as the negotiation process aimed at establishing peace.
Putin has not once negotiated in good faith on ending war, Wicker says
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin has not once conducted negotiations on ending the war in good faith, but tough sanctions and increased military support for Ukraine could force him to do so.
Zelensky holds meeting with US Congress senators in Munich
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with U.S. Congress senators in Munich.
US open to discuss security guarantees – Zhovkva
At present, it is very important that the United States is not afraid to discuss security guarantees.
Zelensky: US too often demands concessions from Ukraine, not Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that in the negotiation process, the United States frequently focuses on the need for concessions from Ukraine rather than from Russia.
Zelensky urges US to intensify pressure on Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky implored the Trump administration to apply more pressure on Russia to end the full-scale invasion of his country – and suggested Congress might need to act to bolster any postwar security guarantees.
Zelensky: The longer the war continues, the more dangerous Putin's evolution becomes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the longer the war lasts, the more dangerous the evolution of Russian leader Vladimir Putin becomes.
Ukraine needs air defense systems of various calibers available in Japan – Zhovkva
Ukraine requires air defense systems of different calibers, which are currently available in Japan.
Europe has every right to take part in Ukraine peace talks – Wang Yi
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said that China does not have the final say in resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and that European states should participate alongside the United States in negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine.
German military expert: Ukraine and Russia too far apart for peace
Reaching an agreement to end the war between Ukraine and Russia is currently unlikely due to the unacceptable terms for both sides.
Rubio: We do not know whether Russia is serious about ending war
It is currently unclear whether Russia is serious about ending the war and whether acceptable terms for Ukraine will be found that Russia would agree to.
UK, EU consider seizing Russian shadow fleet vessels – Bloomberg
The United Kingdom, Nordic and Baltic nations are considering a plan to seize tankers linked to Russia's shadow fleet.
Zelensky to address Munich Security Conference today, hold bilateral meetings
On Saturday, February 14, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will take part in a special session of the Munich Security Conference and hold a series of bilateral meetings.
UK to invest EUR 460M in missile development, including hypersonic missiles
The United Kingdom has announced that it will spend more than GBP 400 million (EUR 460 million) this year on the development of new long-range and hypersonic missiles in partnership with European allies.