Kaja Kallas, EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy
Russia is threatening all the time, so the only response is not to be afraid
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EU views positively Türkiye’s potential role as mediator between Ukraine and Russia
The European Union views positively Türkiye's potential role as a mediator in negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine war and achieve peace.
EU officially supports call for 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine
The European Union has joined the United States and other members of the international community in calling for a full and unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine for at least 30 days, which could be the first step toward peace negotiations aimed at achieving a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
Leaders of France, Germany, UK and Poland arrive in Kyiv
The leaders of Germany, France, the United Kingdom and Poland arrived in the Ukrainian capital on Saturday.
‘Get this war ended’: Trump comments on US embassy's warning of potential Russian air attack
U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to end the war.
Leaders of Germany, France, Poland, and UK confirm visit to Kyiv
The leaders of Germany, France, Poland, and the United Kingdom have confirmed their upcoming visit to Kyiv on Saturday, where they will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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US embassy warns of potential large-scale air attack on Ukraine in coming days
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has issued a warning that it has received information regarding a possible large-scale air attack on Ukraine in the coming days.
Ceasefire and peace prospects: Yermak holds talks with Rubio
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak discussed the ceasefire and prospects for a peaceful resolution to Russia's aggression against Ukraine with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and representatives of the U.S. administration.
UK to maintain military, economic, humanitarian support for Ukraine even after ceasefire – Lammy
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has said that the United Kingdom will continue to provide military, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine even after a ceasefire is reached.
Ukraine's Shmyhal, UK's Lammy discuss frontline situation, bilateral cooperation
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy have discussed the ongoing situation on the front lines and the development of bilateral strategic cooperation.
Stubb: Ceasefire efforts in Ukraine moving in right direction
Finnish President Alexander Stubb believes that efforts towards securing an agreed ceasefire in Ukraine are moving in the right direction.
Zelensky signs decree imposing sanctions on dozens of foreign, Russian entities linked to war efforts
President Volodymyr Zelensky has enacted new sanctions against 58 individuals and 74 entities, including companies from Russia, Iran, Uzbekistan, and China, as part of Ukraine’s continued efforts to weaken foreign support for Russia’s war machine.
Ukraine expelling two Hungarian diplomats — MFA
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced that Ukraine is expelling two Hungarian diplomats in response to Hungary’s recent actions.
Sybiha briefs UK’s David Lammy on Russia’s ceasefire violations
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy in Lviv, where they discussed key issues related to Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine.
No second Nuremberg, yet justice for Russia may still prevail – German historian
The plan to establish a tribunal to address Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine, which could begin functioning as early as 2026, is a sign of hope that the crimes will not go unpunished.
Hungary expels two Ukrainian diplomats over espionage claims
On Friday, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó announced the expulsion of two Ukrainian diplomats described as “spies working under diplomatic cover”.
Zelensky: Trump and European partners united in support of 30-day ceasefire
President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's European partners share a common position, emphasizing the need for a full ceasefire lasting at least 30 days.
JEF nations invite Ukraine to form ‘enhanced partnership’
On Friday, May 9, the leaders of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) nations reaffirmed their strengthened support to Ukraine.
European diplomats in Lviv express political support for special tribunal for Russia
The Ministers for Foreign Affairs and other representatives of the States participating in the Core Group on the Establishment of a Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine (the Core Group), have welcomed the completion of the technical work on the necessary legal instruments.
Zelensky urges participants at Lviv meeting to support creation of tribunal for Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on representatives of more than 40 countries gathered in Lviv today to support a decision to establish a tribunal to address the crime of aggression committed by Russia against Ukraine.
Tarasyuk: Putin will inevitably be punished sooner or later
The legal nature of the special tribunal on Russia's aggression allows for the criminal prosecution of specific individuals, so sooner or later, someone from the "trio" of Russia's top leadership, who are currently protected by special status, will lose that protection and inevitably be convicted and punished.
Germany, EU, US ready to increase pressure on Russia to advance peace in Ukraine – Merz
Germany, together with its European partners and in coordination with the United States, is ready to intensify pressure on Russia to compel it to choose a path toward peace in Ukraine and accept the proposed 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine today closer to NATO than ever before – NATO official
The relationship between Ukraine and NATO is strong and critically important for the future of both sides, and military assistance to Kyiv will continue.
Merz: Trump should increase pressure on Russia to push it toward peace talks
U.S. President Donald Trump, who supports a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, should increase pressure on Russia to bring it to the table for genuine peace negotiations, according to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Shmyhal, Kallas discuss Ukraine's defense needs, frontline situation
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met in Lviv with Kaja Kallas, the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, to discuss Ukraine's defense needs and the current situation on the frontline.
Chubarov expects "major changes" in 2025 toward ending war
Refat Chubarov, Head of the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar People, believes that significant changes aimed at ending the Russian-Ukrainian war could occur this year.
Starmer announces largest sanctions package against Russia
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday announced the imposition of the largest sanctions package against Russia to date.
Germany’s FM: On Europe Day, it’s important to be in Ukraine
Germany’s new Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, said that his visit to Ukraine together with his European counterparts is meant to demonstrate solidarity with Ukrainians and a commitment to support them in resisting Russian aggression.
Trump calls for 30-day unconditional ceasefire following phone call with Zelensky
The U.S. President has called for a 30-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, emphasizing that it must pave the way for a lasting peace agreement.