Politics

Second phase of Gaza ceasefire deal soon – Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hopes that the first stage of the peace plan for the Gaza Strip will be completed soon.

Macron warns China about EU's 'strong measures' over trade imbalance

French President Emmanuel Macron warned that the European Union may be forced to take "strong measures" against China, including tariffs, if Beijing fails to address the growing trade imbalance with the bloc.

Interior Ministry of Benin foils attempted coup

Benin’s Interior Minister Alassane Seidou said that an attempted coup organized by a group of soldiers had been thwarted.

Kallas avoids criticizing Trump's security strategy – Politico

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas downplays the significance of the Trump administration's recent harsh assessment of Europe, even suggesting that some of its critical remarks may be true. 

Czech President does not rule out shooting down Russian aircraft if airspace violations continue

President of the Czech Republic Petr Pavel does not rule out that if Russia continues to violate European airspace, countries may begin shooting down Russian drones or aircraft. 

Merz and Rutte to discuss further support for Ukraine

German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will discuss further support for Ukraine in Berlin on Thursday, December 11.

Nobel laureate Matviichuk urges Germany to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles

Human rights defender and Nobel Peace Prize laureate who advocates for Ukraine on the international stage, Oleksandra Matviichuk, has called on Germany to supply Ukraine with long-range Taurus missiles and to take a more decisive stance against Russia.

Sybiha discusses Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure with Bulgaria's FM

Ukraine's and Bulgaria's foreign ministers, Andrii Sybiha and Georg Georgiev, held a phone conversation on further steps to develop bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

U.S. and Ukraine aim for realistic and acceptable solutions in negotiations – Stefanishyna

The negotiation process between the United States and Ukraine on ending Russia's war is proceeding constructively, with some difficult points remaining, but both sides are working toward achieving realistic and acceptable outcomes.

Macron announces meeting of leaders of Ukraine, France, UK, and Germany

On Monday, a meeting will take place in London between the presidents of Ukraine and France and the prime ministers of the United Kingdom and Germany, who plan to discuss peace negotiations mediated by the United States.

Zelensky, Rutte discuss Ukraine – U.S. meeting on peace plan

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte exchanged assessments of the diplomatic situation and coordinated further contacts.

Zelensky to visit United Kingdom on Monday

President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit the United Kingdom on Monday, December 8.

US updates its National Security Strategy amidst the "fog of negotiations"

Tikhanovskaya: any peace talks must be on Ukraine’s terms

Any negotiations on peaceful resolution of Russia-Ukraine war and achieving a just peace must be on Ukraine’s terms.

Poland effectively combating anti-Ukrainian disinformation, Deputy PM says

Poland is effectively countering anti-Ukrainian disinformation spread by Russian bots and trolls in the country’s information space.

OSCE Secretariat avoids direct answer on whether Russia kills civilians in Ukraine

Deputy Head of the OSCE Secretariat Kate Fearon avoided directly answering a question on whether she considers Russia an aggressor killing innocent civilians in Ukraine, and whether the term Russian aggression against Ukraine is appropriate for the Secretariat.

Sweden to cut development aid to five countries, redirecting money to Ukraine

In the coming years, Sweden will gradually phase out aid to Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Mozambique, Liberia, and Bolivia, using these funds instead to increase support for Ukraine.

Sanctions for USD 250,000: SSU discloses details of scheme, MP served with notice of suspicion

The Security Service of Ukraine, the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine, and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office uncovered a criminal group in Kyiv led by a Member of Parliament. According to the investigation, the members of this group offered a business representative USD 250,000 to arrange for the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine to impose sanctions against a competing company.

Sybiha: Bitter lessons of Budapest Memorandum show that Ukraine needs reliable security guarantees

While working to bring an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine, it is important to remember the bitter lessons of the Budapest Memorandum.

Zelensky and Kyslytsya discuss diplomatic work and negotiations with U.S.

President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergiy Kyslytsya, during which they discussed specific areas of diplomatic activity and the negotiation process, in particular with the U.S.

Shmyhal meets with Slovenian Defense Minister in Kyiv

Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed further directions for defense cooperation between the two countries with Slovenian Defense Minister Borut Sajovic.

Over twenty countries join PURL, commitments exceed $4B– Sybiha

A total of 21 countries have now joined the PURL program, with combined commitments reaching $4.18 billion.

Agreement on Ukraine could be reached within weeks – J.D.Vance

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance hopes that good news regarding the end of Russia’s war against Ukraine could emerge within the next few weeks.

Rada establishes TIC to investigate Russian crimes against journalists

The Verkhovna Rada created a Temporary Investigative Commission (TIC) to investigate crimes committed by the armed formations of the Russian Federation against journalists and other media workers.

Russia turns Cyprus into its Middle Eastern stronghold, Ukrainian Ambassador says

Russia sees Cyprus as a strategic foothold in the Middle East and is attempting to deeply embed itself in the island’s political and economic processes.

Zelensky holds meetings with candidates for head of Presidential Office

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that tomorrow's Staff meeting will review a new system for allocating personnel among units and also shared details about the selection process for the head of the Presidential Office.

Ukraine continues negotiations in US for just peace – Zelensky

The Ukrainian delegation will continue negotiations in the United States to clarify the details of the meeting between Trump's representatives and Russia, and to coordinate further steps to achieve a just peace.

Zelensky discusses preparations for new US negotiations with Costa

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed contacts with partners and Ukraine's upcoming negotiations with the US with European Council President António Costa.

OSCE chief skips naming Russia as aggressor again at Ministerial Council

During his speech in Vienna, OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu did not once refer to Russia as an aggressor state, did not mention its responsibility for the war against Ukraine, and failed to highlight Russia’s systematic violations of all principles of the Helsinki Final Act.