Umerov, Kubilius discuss Ukraine's integration into EU defense industry
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov held a meeting with EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius and his team.
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Kubilius says EU must boost efforts against fake news, notes new ideas emerging
European Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius considers the fight against disinformation to be an important element of defense.
Kubilius proposes unconventional EU defense approach: calls for “Big Bang” strategy
Given the serious security threat to the European continent posed by Russia, the standard step-by-step approach to increasing defense production and other elements of strengthening EU security is not appropriate.
“Drone wall” for EU should be built together with Ukraine - Kubilius
The European Union plans to actively involve Ukraine in creating a “wall against drones” on the eastern borders of the bloc, given Ukraine's extensive experience in shooting down Russian drones.
Andrius Kubilius, European Commissioner for Defense and Space
New security architecture in Europe will include Ukraine, UK, and Norway
Ukraine declares Russia’s ‘elections’ in occupied territories illegal, will not recognize results – MFA statement
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine considers the results of the illegal “elections” held by Russia in temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories to be null and void.
Russia expands Zapad-2025 drills to Kaliningrad region
The Russian Baltic Fleet has conducted exercises in Kaliningrad region as part of the joint Russian-Belarusian military drills Zapad-2025.
Trump says he will impose sanctions on Putin only if Europe increases pressure on Moscow
U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his position on sanctions against Russia, stressing that he will introduce them only if Europe increases pressure on Moscow and stops buying Russian oil.
Yermak says proposals to hand over frozen Russian assets in exchange for ceasefire are pointless
Proposals to hand over frozen Russian assets in exchange for a ceasefire are not relevant, otherwise any dictator would repeat this strategy.
Only toughest countermeasures work against liar like Putin, Sikorski says
If Russian drones had caused deaths or injuries in Poland, Warsaw’s response would have been much tougher.
14 September 2025
Tusk: Kremlin fueling pro-Russian wave and anti-Ukraine sentiment in Poland
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has stated that a Kremlin-created wave of pro-Russian sentiment and anti-Ukraine attitudes is growing in the country, and that the role of politicians is to stop it.
Verkhovna Rada fulfilled all requirements to begin EU accession talks – Stefanchuk
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has fulfilled all the necessary requirements to launch negotiations on Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic integration, Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk announced during the Yalta European Strategy (YES) meeting in Kyiv.
Czech Republic calls for tougher sanctions after Russian drone violated Romanian airspace
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský is calling for tougher sanctions against Russia over a Russian drone violating Romanian airspace.
Poland to back Trump’s sanctions against Russia
Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz stated that his country would support U.S. President Donald Trump’s moves on imposing new sanctions on Russia.
Romania to raise issue of Russia’s drone provocations at UN General Assembly
Romanian Foreign Minister Oana Țoiu condemned Russia’s drone provocations on Romanian territory and pledged to call on the UN General Assembly to ensure strict compliance with sanctions against Moscow.
U.S. lawmakers push to tie Russia sanctions to government funding bill
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and his fellow party member, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, have introduced a new strategy aimed at speeding up the adoption of tough sanctions against Russia.
U.S. to impose sanctions on companies from multiple countries supplying goods to Russia
The U.S. Department of Commerce has published a list of companies that help Russia circumvent sanctions and will face an almost complete ban on exporting goods to the United States next week.
13 September 2025
Rubio calls Russian drone incursion into Poland “unacceptable”
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Saturday that the incursion of Russian drones into Polish airspace this week is unacceptable, adding that it remains unclear whether Russia deliberately sent the drones into Polish territory.
Zelensky: basic security guarantees for Ukraine practically ready
The basic document on security guarantees for Ukraine is practically ready, with details now being worked out for agreement with all partners.
Zelensky: Russian drones in Poland warning to all of Europe
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russian drones targeting Poland are not only a warning for Poles but for everyone in Europe.
Yermak discusses security guarantees with advisers from UK, France, Germany, and Italy
Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, held talks with advisers from the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.
Trump sends letter to NATO, says he’s ready to impose major sanctions on Russia
U.S. President Donald Trump sent a letter to NATO nations on Saturday, urging them to stop purchasing Russian oil and impose major sanctions on Russia in order to help end the war in Ukraine.
Humanitarian support for Ukraine in winter discussed at President’s Office with UK delegation
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Ihor Brusylо, met with Alex Sobel, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Ukraine, Member of the House of Commons, to discuss humanitarian assistance during the winter and cross-party support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian speaker meets with UK parliamentary delegation
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk held a meeting with a delegation from the UK Parliament, by Alex Sobel, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Ukraine, Member of the House of Commons.
Stefanchuk discusses joint defense projects and European integration with French delegation
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk held a meeting with France’s Minister Delegate for European Affairs, Benjamin Haddad.
Ukraine ready to share experience with NATO and contribute to collective defense – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with advisors to the leaders of the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Italy to discuss Ukraine’s readiness to share its military experience and contribute to NATO’s collective defense.
Thousands gather again in Slovakia to protest against Fico’s pro-Russian policies
Thousands of people took to the streets in the Slovak capital on Thursday to protest against Prime Minister Robert Fico's meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and the planned austerity measures.
12 September 2025
Germany could provide more aid to Ukraine, says Bundestag member
Germany is providing Ukraine with less military assistance than it could and has been slow to deliver long-range weapons.
PM Svyrydenko discusses weapons production, sanctions against Russia with UK Foreign Secretary
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko and the UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper met in Kyiv to discuss cooperation in defense manufacturing and strengthening sanctions against Russia.