
Holding elections during war can destroy Ukraine from within - Kyiv Mayor
Conducting an election campaign in Ukraine before the war is over would be a kind of political poison for the country that could destroy it from within.
20 February 2025
Conducting an election campaign in Ukraine before the war is over would be a kind of political poison for the country that could destroy it from within.
Putin doesn't need any settlement deal other than Ukraine’s complete surrender, but is the new administration in the U.S. fully aware of the Kremlin’s real intentions? Meanwhile, Russia's imperial ambitions haven't gone anywhere.
19 February 2025
The European Union will continue providing political, military, and financial support to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, regardless of the actions taken by other partners. Moreover, the decision on the presence of foreign troops on Ukrainian territory will rest with Ukraine, not Russia.
The United Kingdom is considering deploying Typhoon fighter jets to patrol Ukraine's airspace as part of security guarantees following a ceasefire agreement.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte during which they discussed Turkey's role in providing security guarantees for Ukraine.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda has called for action to support Ukraine and strengthen Europe's security.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Wednesday briefed President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky on his exchange of views with U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg at the Alliance and with EU leaders in Paris.
Leaders of the European Union are preparing together with Ukraine for emergency meetings convened by French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine today does not have many formats to guarantee security, such as NATO membership, or a strong army with strong air defense and a contingent of foreign troops.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that 30% of the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are currently covered by domestic production.
The British Prime Minister's recent statement regarding his readiness to deploy troops to Ukraine is very timely and will influence public opinion
18 February 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron clarified his country's stance on the potential deployment of troops to Ukraine.
The European Union is preparing a record €6 billion military aid package for Ukraine to help strengthen its strategic position on the front line ahead of negotiations and to emphasize the EU’s role in the peace talks.
France plans to host a second meeting to discuss Ukraine and European security on Wednesday.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that among the key topics of talks in Ankara with President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan were food security, economic cooperation, the release of captives and security guarantees.
Türkiye will be an ideal host for upcoming talks on ending the war waged by Russia against Ukraine.
In the event that Ukraine does not become a NATO member, a strong army and the possible deployment of troops from other countries can provide effective security guarantees.
The Ukrainian delegation has positively assessed negotiations with the U.S. delegation at the Munich Security Conference. Kyiv received assurances from Washington that all principles necessary for ending the war and preventing its recurrence in the future will be upheld.
At NATO-Ukraine Joint Analysis, Training and Education Center (JATEC), Ukraine and NATO will jointly accumulate the necessary experience, and Ukrainian officers will work on equal terms with their partners from NATO member countries.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be ready to engage in negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "if necessary."
The official ceremony marking the initial operational capability of the NATO-Ukraine Joint Analysis, Training, and Education Center (JATEC) took place in Bydgoszcz, Poland, on Monday, February 17. The center will employ 70 personnel, including 20 from Ukraine.
The Joint Analysis, Training and Education Center (JATEC), established by a decision of the NATO Washington Summit, is a unique joint institution between NATO and Ukraine. Its goal is to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities and enhance its interoperability with the Alliance.
The Joint Analysis, Training and Education Center (JATEC), established by a decision of the NATO Washington Summit, is a unique joint institution between NATO and Ukraine. Its goal is to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities and enhance its interoperability with the Alliance.
The Joint Analysis, Training and Education Center (JATEC), established by a decision of the NATO Washington Summit, is a unique joint institution between NATO and Ukraine. Its goal is to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities and enhance its interoperability with the Alliance.
Ukraine will not accept any demands that Russia has tried to impose since the start of its aggression and supports coordination -- or even the development of a joint position -- with the EU in future peace negotiations.
The emergency meeting of EU leaders in Paris on Monday reaffirmed that Ukraine "deserves peace through strength."
Europe is prepared to take the lead in providing security guarantees for Ukraine, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Participants of the informal meeting of EU leaders, key European institutions, and NATO officials agreed on fundamental principles for continuing support for Ukraine and strengthening European defense. These principles included achieving "peace through strength" in Ukraine and recognizing the legitimacy of U.S. demands for increased defense budgets among European allies.
17 February 2025
Europe has enough power and resources to help Ukraine win, but it still lacks political will, which may result in an unfavorable "peace deal" being imposed on Kyiv.
US Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg has said that no one will impose a peace deal on Ukraine.