MFA Germany slams criticism on Russia over nuclear rhetoric
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Germany says it condemns Russia’s nuclear rhetoric, calling for responsible behavior and restraint.
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U.S. Secretary of the Treasury calls on Europe to increase financial support to Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen has called on European leaders to increase financial support to Ukraine amid Russian aggression.
Podolyak: Negotiations with Russia currently on pause
Negotiations between Ukraine and the Russian Federation are currently suspended.
Zelensky, Scholz discuss situation on frontline, continued pressure on Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz the situation on the frontline, strengthening of sanctions and pressure on the Russian Federation, and the prospects of peace.
Israel reopens embassy in Kyiv
Israeli Ambassador to Ukraine Michael Brodsky has raised the Israeli flag near the building of the embassy in Kyiv, which resumed its work in the Ukrainian capital.
16 May 2022
All aggressors must know that war will create the biggest problems for themselves – Zelensky
In cooperation with international partners, Ukraine is trying to set a precedent for the war creating the biggest problems for the aggressor.
President Zelensky tells US students where Ukraine’s strength comes from
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held an online meeting with students from the United States’ largest universities to discuss the situation in Ukraine and the resistance of Ukrainians to the Russian aggression.
President Zelensky tells US students where Ukraine’s strength comes from
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held an online meeting with students from the United States’ largest universities to discuss the situation in Ukraine and the resistance of Ukrainians to the Russian aggression.
Kvien: Ukraine pushed back Russians around Kyiv and Kharkiv, so it might liberate Crimea and Donbas
Ukraine has already pushed back the Russian army around Kyiv, Kharkiv, and other cities, so Ukraine might be able to push back Russia in other areas which Russia has been able to occupy.
U.S. CDA: Ukraine might join NATO without MAP if it meets requirements
The Membership Action Plan has never been a legal requirement to join NATO, so Ukraine might join the Alliance without a MAP if it meets most of the requirements needed.
Kuleba invites EU to take a lead in rebuilding one of Ukraine’s regions
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba invites the European Union to take a lead in rebuilding one of Ukraine’s war-torn regions.
Oil and gas embargo against Russia serves 'best interests of Europe' - Kuleba
Ukraine is convinced that sanctions on Russian gas and oil supplies are also in line with the long-term goals of the European Union itself.
Austin, Reznikov discuss situation on battlefield
In a phone call, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov discussed the situation on the battlefield and Ukraine’s capability needs.
Blinken: We know that sovereign and independent Ukraine will endure
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed confidence that a sovereign and independent Ukraine will endure in the war unleashed by Russia.
15 May 2022
Stefanishyna hopes Ukraine's application to join NATO will be considered fast
Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olga Stefanishyna has said she hopes that Ukraine's application for NATO membership will be considered as quickly as Sweden's and Finland's.
U.S. Senate to vote on $40B in new Ukraine aid on Wednesday - McConnell
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has said he expects the Senate to advance the approval of nearly $40 billion of additional aid to Ukraine on Monday, with a final vote taking place Wednesday, May 18.
Sweden to apply for NATO membership following Finland
Sweden's Social Democratic Party stated Sunday that the country should work toward a Swedish application to join NATO.
Blinken conveys to Kuleba details of latest security assistance
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at a meeting with Ukraine’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba in Berlin revealed to his counterpart the details of the latest defense aid tranche to Ukraine.
Finland’s president doesn’t believe Russia could invade his country
Finland’s President Sauli Niinistö says Russia's decision to invade Ukraine "showed that they are ready to attack an independent neighboring country."
NATO Allies to help Ukraine as long as needed – Baerbock
The war in Ukraine will not end quickly, but NATO Allies will continue to help Ukrainians defend themselves against Russia.
Ukraine's parliament cannot denounce all agreements with Russia and Belarus - Stefanchuk
The Verkhovna Rada cannot denounce all agreements that Ukraine signed with Russia and Belarus.
G7 countries back idea of transferring seized Russian assets to Ukraine - Kuleba
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has said that the Group of Seven (G7) countries are positive about the idea of transferring seized Russian assets to Ukraine to rebuild the country.
Ukraine MFA not to allow Russia to prolong suffering of Ukrainians through talks
The Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Ministry will not allow the Russian side to prolong the suffering of Ukrainians under the guise of talks.
14 May 2022
Hungary's new president condemns Russia's aggression, backs Ukraine's accession to EU
Hungary's new President Katalin Novak at her inauguration ceremony on Saturday condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine and supported Ukraine's accession to the EU.
Zelensky signs law banning pro-Russian parties
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed law No. 7172-1 on the introduction of amendments to certain legislative acts of Ukraine regarding a ban on the activity of political parties.
Ukrainian, Albanian foreign ministers convinced of importance of common path to EU
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and his Albanian counterpart Olta Xhaçka are convinced of the importance of the two countries' common path to the EU and the need to isolate Russia until it ends its aggression against Ukraine.
MFA advises Russia not to poke its nose into Ukraine's European integration
Russia has not yet reached the level of historical development in order to reflect on European values.
G7 calls on China not to help Russia in war against Ukraine
The Group of Seven has called on China to stand in support of Ukraine and not help Russia in its war against Ukraine, not legitimize its actions, and not undermine sanctions imposed on Russia.
Zelensky meets with U.S. Senate delegation
The visit of the U.S. Senate delegation sends a strong signal of bipartisan support for Ukraine from both Congress and the American people.