Sybiha discusses security issues in Black Sea with Turkish FM
During a telephone conversation with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed security issues in the Black Sea.
Politics
ISW: Kremlin’s demands toward ending war remain unchanged, amounting to Ukraine's surrender
The Russian leadership, including dictator Vladimir Putin, has repeatedly put forward conditions for ending the war that amount to Ukraine's complete surrender, and they have so far not changed these demands.
Zelensky congratulates US Congress on start of legislative session and Johnson on his election as Speaker
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated the 119th convocation of the US Congress on the start of the session and Mike Johnson on his election as speaker.
03 January 2025
Ukraine’s Zelensky extends visa-free regime for UK nationals
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has extended until January 30, 2026 the visa-free travel for those holding passports of the United Kingdom.
Costa: Ukraine should remain key priority for EU
Ukraine should remain a “key priority” for the EU countries this year, and member states must firmly and decisively support Kyiv toward achieving a just and lasting peace.
Explaining: False accusations against Ukraine by UN, reforms in AFU, strengthening defense industry
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.
Lithuanian FM shows consequences of Russian attack on Honorary Consulate in Kherson
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys has shown the consequences of the Russian shelling of the country's honorary consulate in Kherson, calling the attack a New Year's “greeting” from Russia.
Politicians have no right to demand ceasefire from Ukraine without guarantees of its enforcement - Bundestag member
Politicians and figures who already at this stage deny the possibility of Bundeswehr soldiers participating in ensuring compliance with the ceasefire in Ukraine are acting erroneously and have no right to demand peace talks without specifying how this peace will be ensured.
Mezentseva announces possible changes in composition of Verkhovna Rada delegation to PACE
The head of the Verkhovna Rada's permanent delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), Maria Mezentseva, said that changes in the delegation's composition are possible. They must be approved by January 11.
Mezentseva: We propose to hold urgent debate on Ukraine during PACE winter session
The head of the Verkhovna Rada's permanent delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), Maria Mezentseva, said that an urgent debate on Ukraine could be held during the winter session.
Ukraine's European and Euro-Atlantic integration should be simultaneous - German expert
Partners should assist Ukraine in meeting the criteria for EU membership and provide reliable security guarantees, enabling the country to join not only the European Union but also NATO, without waiting for the end of the war.
Sybiha: Europe must unite to restore stability in Syria
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has described the visit of Foreign Ministers Jean-Noel Barrot of France and Annalena Baerbock of Germany to Syria as both timely and strategic, given the potential for cooperation with the country's new government.
PM Shmyhal outlines 10 government priorities for 2025
During the first meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers in 2025, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal identified 10 priorities of government’s work throughout the year.
Russia seeks to use "Yalta Conference" reference to promote spheres of influence – Ukraine’s ex-foreign minister
Russia intends to exploit historical references to the Yalta Conference to promote the idea of dividing the world into spheres of influence, trying to prevent Ukraine from identifying itself as an independent state in the Western civilizational space.
Explaining: Stopping Russian gas transit, defense operation in Kursk region, Ukraine’s economic development
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.
02 January 2025
Zelensky hopes to meet with Trump following inauguration
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that their meeting will be among the first after his inauguration on January 20.
Zelensky: Just peace means strong Ukraine
A just peace for Ukraine entails a strong nation, membership in the European Union and NATO, and a robust army.
Industry shuts down in Transdniestria due to cutting of Russian gas supply
The termination of Russian gas supplies to breakaway Transdniestria has led to the shutdown of all industrial enterprises in the region, except for food producers, on January 2.
MFA Ukraine rejects UN’s false accusations of alleged restrictions on religious freedoms
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry rejects the UN’s conclusion, seen in the report drawn by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, on the inadequate justification of the ban on religious organizations affiliated with the Russian Federation.
Germans support idea of peacekeeping mission to Ukraine, but without Germany’s participation
Most Germans support the idea of deploying an international peacekeeping force in Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire, while hoping that the contingent will include soldiers from other states, but not Germany.
Zelensky says Ukraine will support all efforts to stabilize Syria
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has received a report from Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Agriculture Minister Vitalii Koval on their discussions in Damascus.
Sybiha on halted Russian gas transit: Ukraine deprived Putin of key lever of influence on Europe
Europe and the world will be safer without dependence on Russian gas, oil, or other resources, and ultimately, without Russia itself.
01 January 2025
UN Security Council renewed by third
The composition of the UN Security Council was renewed by one third from January 1 as Denmark and Greece (Western Europe), Pakistan (Asia), Panama (Latin America and the Caribbean) and Somalia (Africa) joined the Council as non-permanent members.
Ukraine relies on Poland's leadership during EU presidency – Sybiha
Ukraine counts on Poland's leadership, principled stance and determination during its presidency of the Council of the European Union and aims for a dynamic process of its accession to the EU.
Finland takes over OSCE chair
Finland assumes the OSCE Chairmanship for a year from January 1, 2025.
Zelensky calls on Hungary, Slovakia not to be afraid of Ukraine in Europe
Hungary and Slovakia should not be afraid of Ukraine in Europe; instead, they should focus on ensuring that Russia has no place in Europe.
Zelensky: U.S. can help Ukraine force Russia into just peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has voiced confidence that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is committed to and capable of ending Russian aggression.
31 December 2024
Duda in New Year's address: War cannot end with Russia's victory
The war against Ukraine cannot conclude with Russia's victory, and a just peace is essential to prevent an even greater conflict in the future.
Russian forces shell village in Kherson region with artillery
On the afternoon of December 31, Russian troops shelled the village of Shliakhove in the Kherson region with artillery, damaging residential buildings.