Politics

Ukraine expects more active role from China in peace process – MFA

Ukraine hopes that China, as one of the world’s leading powers, will take a more active role in helping to peacefully resolve the Russian-Ukrainian war.

Poland continues funding Starlink terminals in Ukraine

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has signed a law extending funding for Starlink terminal subscriptions in Ukraine.

Orban questions Ukraine's sovereignty, Sybiha responds

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday questioned Ukraine's sovereignty while responding to accusations regarding Hungarian reconnaissance drones violating Ukrainian airspace.

Commissioner Kos: We have completed screening of Ukraine's legislation

EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos announced that the European Commission had completed the screening process of Ukraine's legislation.

NATO countries must do more for Ukraine's victory – Austin

Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has said he believes NATO countries must do more to help Ukraine achieve victory in the war launched by Russia and that the Alliance's commitment to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP is the right step.

Drone production and sanctions: Sybiha meets with French Foreign Minister

The Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and France, Andrii Sybiha and Jean-Noël Barrot, discussed joint drone production, tougher sanctions against Russia, and the use of frozen Russian assets.

Only China can force Russia to end war in Ukraine - Sikorski

China is the only country in the world that can force Russia to end the war in Ukraine.

Russia withdraws from European Convention for Prevention of Torture

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin has signed a law denouncing the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.

Ukrainian weapons able to reach any military targets in Russia - FM Sybiha

Russia must realize that from today there will be no safe place on their territory, Ukrainian weapons will reach any Russian military facilities.

Moldova counts 100% of votes – Sandu’s party wins

After processing 100% of ballots in Moldova’s parliamentary elections, the ruling pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) has emerged victorious.

Hungary bans number of Ukrainian media outlets

Hungary has banned a number of Ukrainian media outlets in response to the ban on several pro-Russian Hungarian publications in Ukraine.

EU Enlargement Commissioner Kos arrives in Ukraine

EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos has arrived in Ukraine for a visit during which she will meet with government officials and discuss the country's progress on its path to EU membership.

Zelensky: Russia tests how far it can go with drone attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on European countries to unite and respond jointly to Russia's attack attempts.

Trump supports Ukraine’s long-range strikes against Russia — Kellogg

US Special Representative Keith Kellogg said that Donald Trump had authorized Ukraine's long-range strikes against Russia.

Ukraine at 80th UNGA in New York: overall outcomes and Ukraine’s new role

Ukraine’s MFA demands apologies and threatens sanctions against participants in propaganda press tour in TOT

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is demanding formal apologies and warning of legal consequences for participants in a propaganda press tour in temporarily occupied territories (TOT) organized by Russia’s Ministry of Defense.

Zelensky to participate in Warsaw Security Forum

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will take part remotely in the Warsaw Security Forum, which will be held in Warsaw on September 29–30.

NATO to boost presence in Baltic following drone incidents in Denmark

The North Atlantic Alliance has announced it is strengthening its mission in the Baltic Sea by sending an air-defense frigate and other assets in response to drone incursions in Denmark.

Zelensky hopes for adoption of 19th sanctions package against Russia and strong US measures

President Volodymyr Zelensky hopes that next week the 19th package of sanctions against Russia will be adopted and that the United States will take strong measures to force Russia to change its position.

U.S. officials discuss supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, final decision lies with Trump – J.D. Vance

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance confirmed that President Donald Trump’s administration is discussing Ukraine’s request for Tomahawk missiles.

Russia refuses to participate in talks to end war against Ukraine – J.D.Vance

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance emphasized that Russia is refusing to engage in any format of negotiations aimed at ending the war against Ukraine.

Moldova’s Central Election Commission confirms parliamentary election valid

Voter turnout in Moldova’s parliamentary election has surpassed the 33% threshold required for the vote to be recognized as valid.

Zelensky responds to UN Security Council's reinstated sanctions against Iran

Strict sanctions must be imposed immediately whenever someone undermines or threatens international peace and security.

Zelensky, Rutte discuss expansion of PURL program

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte have discussed the expansion of the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) program to purchase weapons that will protect Ukrainians from Russian terror.

Zelensky, Stoere discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed bolstering Ukraine's air defense and broader defense capabilities with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere.

Pastor Burns on Russian attack against Ukraine: This is life when your neighbor becomes a madman

Pastor Mark Burns, spiritual advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, called for unity in the wake of Russia's massive assault on Ukraine.

German FM says Germany to continue contributing to UN peacekeeping

Germany will continue to contribute to UN peacekeeping, while at the same time international institutions, including the UN, are in need of reform.

Lavrov says countries have right to shoot down Russian drones outside Russia

If Russian drones leave Russia’s borders, other countries have the right to shoot them down, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.

Russia fails to win back seat on ICAO governing council

Russia failed to garner enough support to be elected to the governing council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) during the 42nd Assembly of the organization in Montreal.