Trump says Putin wants to meet him ASAP
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin told him he wants to have a meeting with him as soon as possible.
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Lubinets: Working to expel Russia from all international human rights institutions
The Office of the Ombudsman of Ukraine is working to expel the Russian Federation from all international human rights institutions.
Ukraine's intel chief says he received award from foreign minister
Chief of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) Kyrylo Budanov has received an award from Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha for his support of Ukrainian diplomats.
Zelensky congratulates Ukrainian diplomats on professional holiday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Ukrainian diplomats on their professional holiday and outlined the key priorities and guidelines for their work in the coming year.
EU to announce 16th sanctions package against Russia on Ukraine war anniversary
The European Union is planning to adopt a 16th package of sanctions against Russia on February 24, 2025, the third anniversary of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Kallas: Russia poses direct threat to Europe
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas believes Europe is facing a wide range of threats coming from Russia.
Up to Ukraine to determine timing of any talks with Russia - Greek PM
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who arrived in Finnish Lapland to participate in the North-South summit, confirmed his unwavering support for Ukraine.
CMU supported resolution “Weapons of Victory”
On Friday, December 20, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine (CMU) supported the resolution of the Ministry of Strategic Industries “Weapons of Victory.” This resolution, in fact, defines a new term “Weapons of Victory” and a list of priority weapons.
21 December 2024
CIA Director Burns visits Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that CIA Director Willian Burns had visited Ukraine.
Zhovkva, Marschik discuss expanding Austria's support for Ukraine
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva and the Secretary General for Foreign Affairs at the Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs of Austria, Nikolaus Marschik, have discussed expanding Austria's support for Ukraine.
Zelensky revokes decree appointing Dzhaparova envoy to int'l organizations in Vienna
President Volodymyr Zelensky has canceled his decree appointing Emine Dzhaparova as Permanent Representative of Ukraine to International Organizations in Vienna.
Explaining: Russian cyberattack, Putin’s cynical statements, Slipak’s anniversary
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine.
Russia deliberately attacks Ukraine with missiles before convening UNSC - Kyslytsya
Ukraine's Permanent Representative to the UN Sergiy Kyslytsya says Russia launched missile strikes on peaceful Ukrainian cities at least 18 times before convening a UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine so a clear correlation is apparent.
U.S. at UN: China decisive enabler of Russia’s war against Ukraine
The PRC's claims of their desire for peace in Ukraine are radically at odds with the actions of the Chinese side, which refrains from exerting its influence on Russia, feeds its defense industry, and offers political cover for aggression.
20 December 2024
Ukrainian president meets with Lithuanian PM
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas and a delegation from the Lithuanian government, which, after being approved by the Seimas, made the first-ever full-fledged visit to Ukraine in the history of the two countries.
Zelensky approves appointment of new Ukrainian ambassadors
President Volodymyr Zelensky has approved more than 30 decisions on the appointment of new ambassadors of Ukraine abroad.
Lithuania’s PM reiterates unwavering support for Ukraine
Any negotiations between Ukraine and Russia should only take place under conditions of Ukraine’s victory.
The Kremlin patient: condition worsening, both politically and mentally
Senseless babbling and cryptic threats during Putin’s "Direct Line" in Moscow
Ukraine, Lithuania sign joint statement following intergovernmental consultations
Ukraine and Lithuania have signed a joint statement.
Poland comments on Ukraine's plans to open new consulates
Warsaw welcomes the opening of new Ukrainian consular offices in Poland.
Sanctions against Russia’s Gazprombank should remain in full force – Ukrainian MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is against easing sanctions against Russia’s Gazprombank and hopes that the corresponding step by the United States for Turkey and Hungary is temporary.
Date of Kellogg's visit to Ukraine confirmed – MFA
Kyiv aims to convey to Keith Kellogg, the prospective Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia from Donald Trump’s team, crucial information to consider when shaping strategies for achieving a just peace.
MFA announced appointment of new ambassadors - some are already waiting for agreement
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has announced the appointment of candidates for a number of ambassadorial positions - some of them have already been approved or are awaiting approval.
Lithuanian ministerial delegation arrives in Kyiv
A Lithuanian ministerial delegation, led by newly appointed Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas, has arrived in Kyiv for intergovernmental consultations with Ukrainian officials.
Ukraine to open two new consulates in Poland, expand presence in Europe
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry plans to establish two additional consular offices in the Polish cities of Rzeszow and Poznan while expanding its consular presence in Romania, Slovakia, Germany, and France.
Sybiha says new U.S. administration officials will visit Ukraine in January
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has announced that officials from the incoming U.S. administration are scheduled to make significant visits to Ukraine in January 2025.
Putin attempts to conceal Russia's economic problems by manipulating facts – ISW
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin continues to falsely posture Russia's economy as strong and stable, shifting responsibility for economic problems onto others and manipulating facts.
Orbán wants to wait until Trump's inauguration before extending EU sanctions against Russia – Bloomberg
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán told European Union leaders that he wants to wait until the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump before deciding whether to extend the bloc's sanctions against Russia.
19 December 2024
European Council calls on all countries to immediately stop any assistance to Russia in its war against Ukraine
EU leaders who met in Brussels in the format of the European Council supported restrictive measures against Russia and emphasized the importance of reducing its ability to wage an aggressive war against Ukraine.