Dutch Defense Minister: “Bad deal” for Ukraine to lead to “different Europe”
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans says that, if Russian aggression prevails now, it will inevitably return to Ukraine and NATO borders.
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Estonian defense firm to test its anti-aircraft missiles in Ukraine
Estonian defense industry company Frankenburg Technologies will start testing in Ukraine its anti-aircraft missiles as early as next year.
Blinken condemns Lavrov's “tsunami of misinformation” at OSCE event
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spread a “tsunami of misinformation” at the OSCE Ministerial Council, primarily regarding Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, and at the same time did not show the courtesy to listen to other ministers.
Russian military threat “will not disappear”: MEP calls on EU to arm itself
The European Defense Union needs to be strengthened immediately, realizing that the Russian military threat will not disappear even once peace talks start.
Kubilius: America should not consider Russia's war against Ukraine only European problem
If the United States considers Russia's war against Ukraine to be only a problem for the European Union, it could lead to increased aggressiveness of dictatorial regimes in other regions of the world.
05 December 2024
Pistorius says German troops in Ukraine not ruled out after ceasefire
Berlin categorically rejects the idea of sending its soldiers to Ukraine in any capacity and number at the moment but the German military is discussing various scenarios for when active hostilities on the frontlines end.
Step forward to be taken in establishing tribunal for Russia in April 2025 - CoE chief
Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset predicts that practical steps will be taken in April next year to establish a special tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine.
Zelensky: Ukraine needs effective security guarantees, signature of any state is not enough
Just the signature of any state, some assurances or promises are not enough for security - we need effective guarantees.
Trump and his team already changing tone on Ukraine - General Hodges
After his inauguration, US President-elect Donald Trump is likely to adjust the position on Ukraine voiced by him and his entourage during the election campaign.
Zelensky, Rutte discuss NATO invitation, reinforcing Ukrainian brigades
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke by phone with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday to discuss the importance of Ukraine receiving an invitation to join NATO and the need to reinforce combat brigades with more ammunition.
Sybiha calls on OSCE to ensure principle of indivisible peace
Ukraine expects the OSCE to play a certain role in the implementation of the Peace Formula, as well as to focus on ensuring the principle of indivisible peace in general.
Russia deliberately halts oil supplies to Czechia - MFA
The special envoy of the Czech Foreign Ministry for energy security, Vaclav Bartuška, says Russia deliberately stopped oil supplies to the country on December 4.
Explaining: Russian propaganda on situation in Syria, Moscow’s crimes against Ukrainian children, criminal cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang
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.
Ukraine calls on partners to review legality of Russia's membership in UN
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted an appeal to parliaments, governments, and international organizations on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Budapest Memorandum, in which it called for considering the issue of the legal grounds for Russia's membership in the UN.
Ukraine Latest: Weekly Digest for November 25 – December 1, 2024
President Zelensky: "NATO welcoming Ukraine into the alliance could halt ‘the hot stage’ of the war, while Russia would temporarily keep the territory it overtook”
Russia could stand behind hundreds of "suspicious incidents" in Europe - Czechia’s top diplomat
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky says up to 100 "suspicious incidents" in Europe this year could be attributed to Russia, including hybrid attacks, espionage, and influence operations.
04 December 2024
Netherlands allocates additional EUR 22M to Ukraine for air defense, cybersecurity
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp has announced a decision to allocate an additional 22 million euros to Ukraine for defense and cybersecurity.
Ukrainian president, CoE secretary general discuss special tribunal for Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Secretary General of the Council of Europe Alain Berset in Kyiv to discuss the need to establish a special tribunal on the crime of Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
Without Ukraine's NATO membership, peace will remain elusive - German expert
Without joining NATO, Ukraine will neither feel secure nor be able to advance meaningfully toward EU membership.
Ukraine urgently seeks 20 air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure – Sybiha
During a NATO foreign ministers' meeting and a session of the NATO-Ukraine Council in Brussels, Ukraine emphasized the urgent need to strengthen its air defense to protect key energy infrastructure from Russian missile strikes
NATO to ensure reliable deterrence rather than respond to Russia's nuclear rhetoric - Rutte
NATO takes the Kremlin's nuclear threats seriously, but instead of responding, it is focusing its efforts on ensuring the reliability of its own deterrents.
NATO ministers agree on “proactive measures” against Russia’s shadow fleet - Rutte
At a meeting in Brussels, Allied foreign ministers agreed on active measures to counter hybrid attacks and hostile operations against NATO countries.
Alliance must help Ukraine change war trajectory “once and for all” - Rutte
This winter could be the most difficult for Ukraine since 2022, and NATO allies should increase security assistance to change the trajectory of the conflict in Ukraine's favor once and for all.
Ukraine's appeal to Budapest Memorandum could sway U.S. - expert
Ukraine's appeal to the Budapest Memorandum for real security guarantees could influence U.S. diplomacy, given the "Budapest syndrome" affecting older American diplomats and President Joe Biden's desire to conclude his political career with distinction.
NATO to consider providing Ukraine with additional air defense systems – Rutte
NATO Allies have supported Ukraine since the onset of Russia's full-scale, unprovoked aggression and will continue to bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities to protect critical infrastructure this winter.
Slovenia reiterates continued support for Ukraine for "as long as it takes"
Slovenia will continue to support Ukraine in its efforts to repel Russian aggression.
At least 200 mental health centers to be launched in Ukraine
Nearly 200 mental health facilities will be set up across Ukraine.
03 December 2024
Bulgaria allocates new military aid package to Ukraine
Bulgaria has allocated its seventh package of military aid to Ukraine.
Russia seeks to make Afghanistan ally against West – former Estonian ambassador
Russia has significant political interests in Afghanistan, aiming to establish an ally to counter the West. Economically, the Kremlin plans to use Afghan territory for transiting its gas to Pakistan and India, while also targeting Afghanistan's strategically important lithium deposits.
Sybiha, Blinken sign USD 825M assistance agreement for Ukraine's energy system
Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrii Sybiha, and U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, signed a memorandum of understanding between the governments of Ukraine and the United States on cooperation to enhance the resilience of Ukraine's energy system.