MFA of Ukraine: Fico pulled something long spoiled out of closet
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is trying to intimidate Slovak society with his statements about the activities of an “expert group” that allegedly worked on the Maidan in Ukraine.
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Parliament Committee on National Security to discuss arrests of combat commanders
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence plans to discuss behind closed doors the issues regarding the recent arrests of officers from the 125th Brigade of the Territorial Defense Forces and the Anne of Kyiv 155th Brigade.
Ukraine’s top diplomat, Google VP discuss countering Russian disinfo
Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha of Ukraine discussed joint efforts to counter Russian disinformation with Google Vice President for Government Affairs and Public Policy for Europe Annette Kroeber-Riel.
British intelligence analyzes Russia’s new deal with Iran
The new 20-year agreement on the "comprehensive strategic partnership", signed by Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian, covers a range of areas, but it is unlikely to significantly boost bilateral relations, as distrust between the two countries persists.
Kremlin responds to Trump's sanction threats
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on yesterday's statement by U.S. President Donald Trump, in which he called for an immediate end to the war against Ukraine and threatened Russia with sanctions and new tariffs.
Croatian PM says future peace deal must not cement occupation of Ukraine by Russia
The future peace agreement should ensure respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, and not become a bargain that will consolidate Russia's occupation.
Only Trump, Xi could push Putin toward peace - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky believes only the leaders of the United States and China, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, could push Russian dictator Vladimir Putin to peace.
Ukraine needs more US involvement to force Russia to negotiate – Sybiha
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the statements by U.S. President Donald Trump about his readiness to put pressure on Russia to make peace.
Freezing conflict would put Ukraine in weak position before negotiations – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that freezing the conflict would place Ukraine in a weak position ahead of future negotiations.
Ukraine, Norway foreign ministers agree to expand defense cooperation
Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Norway Andrii Sybiha and Espen Barth Eide have agreed to expand defense industry cooperation and investment in Ukraine.
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Zelensky discusses cooperation to achieve peace with Argentina’s President
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Argentina Javier Milei discussed coordination efforts to bring about a just and lasting peace.
Presidents of Ukraine, Serbia discuss EU integration
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to discuss European Union integration.
Military assistance, increased sanctions against Russia: Zelensky meets Spanish PM in Davos
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed military assistance to Ukraine and the strengthening of sanctions against Russia with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
For Nuremberg-2.0 against Russia, international community unity needed – Dzhelyal
Ukraine must seek the unity of the international community to hold Russia's leadership accountable in the future Nuremberg-2.0 trial.
Zelensky discusses continued assistance to Ukraine with Swedish PM
President Volodymyr Zelensky has discussed continued assistance to Ukraine with Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson.
Trump urges Russia to make a deal on peace in Ukraine or ‘it’s only going to get worse’
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that he loves the Russian people and does not want to hurt Russia, but will have no other choice but to impose “high levels of taxes, tariffs, and sanctions” on goods from Russia if Moscow does not reach a peace deal on Ukraine.
Zelensky, Croatian PM discuss defense cooperation
During a meeting in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković have discussed security cooperation and further cooperation in the defense sector.
Yermak, Saudi foreign minister discuss Zelensky's visit
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud discussed preparations for the visit of President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Zelensky meets with big business representatives in Davos
During the World Economic Forum in Davos, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held meetings with top executives and owners of major companies, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo, and French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot.
Scholz names maintaining strong AFU among Ukraine's security guarantees
Ukraine's allies will discuss security guarantees for the country, including maintaining strong Armed Forces equipped in part by Kyiv's partners.
Zelensky, Qatari PM discuss return of children abducted by Russia
During a meeting in Davos with Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky thanked him for mediating the return of 53 children forcibly taken from Ukraine by Russia.
Zelensky meets with Aliyev: Evidence of plane crash is clear, it is essential to pressure Russia
In Davos, President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the development of bilateral relations with his Azerbaijani counterpart Ilham Aliyev and expressed condolences over the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane and the loss of life.
EU may open first cluster in accession talks with Ukraine this spring - Ambassador
The European Union may open the first cluster, “fundamentals”, within the framework of the accession negotiations with Ukraine as early as this spring.
U.S. wants to end war in Ukraine in a way that is sustainable – State Secretary Rubio
Newly appointed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that it will be “the official policy” of the United States under Donald Trump's presidency that the war in Ukraine needs to come to an end.
Ukraine, Israel presidents meet in Davos
Presidents of Ukraine and Israel Volodymyr Zelensky and Yitzhak Herzog have discussed shred challenges and cooperation in the security sector.
Ukraine will need a million-strong army for defense against Russia – Zelensky
Ukraine will need an army of about one million soldiers to defend itself against Russia.
Zelensky, Merz discuss ways to advance just peace for Ukraine
Zelensky, Merz discuss ways to advance just peace for Ukraine
Zelensky: If Trump sees Ukraine in NATO, we will be there
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine's membership in NATO depends on the position of the United States.
Zelensky on Day of Unity: Word “together” hides strength of Ukrainians
In his address on the occasion of the Day of Unity of Ukraine, which he delivered on St. Sophia Square in Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the importance of the unity of Ukrainians.