Merz: Germany stands with Ukraine without conditions
Germany will continue to help Ukraine defend itself against the aggressor while at the same time strengthening its own defense capabilities, as Russia poses a threat to all.
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Search: "position"28 April 2025
Sergii Koretskyi appointed new CEO of Naftogaz
Sergii Koretskyi has won the competition for the position of CEO at NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine.
Europe, Canada, Ukraine must develop their own security concept - German NATO expert
Europeans, Canadians, and Ukrainians can no longer rely on the United States and therefore should develop their own security and deterrence concept.
Ukraine responds to Putin’s ‘ceasefire’: Why wait until May 8?
Ukraine is ready to support a lasting, reliable, and full ceasefire and calls on Russia to declare it immediately for 30 days, rather than just "for a parade."
Crimea issue central to peace talks – French government spox
The issue of Crimea is central to the discussions and exchanges regarding the achievement of lasting peace in Ukraine, and Europe emphasizes that it cannot be resolved without Ukraine’s final position.
Zelensky, EU share position on ceasefire - European Commission
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine shares the EU position on the ceasefire and on the ways to achieve a just and lasting peace for Ukraine, just as the European side shares such views of the Ukrainian leader.
European Commission says Russia's use of North Korean troops reveals its desperation
The acknowledgment by North Korea and Russia of the participation of North Korean troops in the war against Ukraine demonstrates that Russia has no intention of seeking peace. At the same time, the involvement of North Korean forces reflects Russia's own desperate situation, forcing it to seek allies among some of the world's most oppressive regimes.
China not going to comment on North Korean troops' participation in war against Ukraine
The cooperation between North Korea and Russia is a matter solely between those two countries, and the Chinese government does not intend to evaluate or comment on it, including the involvement of North Korean troops in combat operations in Russia's Kursk region.
Germany to continue supporting Ukraine regardless of U.S. aid – Pistorius
Germany will continue to support Ukraine under the new government, regardless of the future aid from the United States, as this aligns with the national interests of Germany itself.
Austria appoints new ambassador to Ukraine
Austria has appointed Robert Müller as its new ambassador to Ukraine.
Enemy attempting to create ‘gray zones’ in Sumy region – SBGS spox
Russian forces are attempting to establish "gray zones" in certain areas within Ukraine’s Sumy region.
Russians attempt to break through Ukrainian defenses in Novopavlivka sector – military
Russian forces attempted to break through the Ukrainian defenses near Kostiantynopil, Bahatyr, and Odradne in the Novopavlivka sector.
War update: 168 combat engagements on frontline over past day
On April 27, there were 168 combat engagements on the frontline, with the highest number occurring in the Pokrovsk sector.
Does Russia have enough capabilities to launch fresh, full-scale offensive in 2025? Experts figuring it out
Zelensky: We keep our positions strong to ensure every opportunity for proper diplomacy
No evidence of the Russian army preparing for a ceasefire has been recorded. Following the Easter holidays, the invaders resumed their usual assault operations at the front.
Trump wants Putin to stop shelling, sign deal
U.S. President Donald Trump said the meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky at the Vatican last week was “nice” and noted that he was disappointed with Russia as the latter keeps launching missiles at Ukraine amid the ongoing negotiations.
Russia likely preparing new tactics for summer and autumn offensive - ISW
The Russian army is likely preparing to systematically integrate the use of motorcycles into offensive operations in Ukraine in the summer and fall.
27 April 2025
Zelensky: We keep our positions strong to ensure every opportunity for proper diplomacy
No evidence of the Russian army preparing for a ceasefire has been recorded. Following the Easter holidays, the invaders resumed their usual assault operations at the front.
Russian assault groups attempting to penetrate Sumy region, expand combat zone – Demchenko
The situation in the Sumy sector remains difficult, with continued use of tactics by Russian forces involving attempts by small assault groups to infiltrate Ukrainian territory.
Zelensky: Soon it will be fifty days since Russia ignored U.S. ceasefire proposal
President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that it will soon be fifty days since the Russian Federation ignored the United States' proposal for a complete and unconditional ceasefire.
PM Shmyhal met with Head of Petrach Program on Ukraine in Washington, DC
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met in Washington with Henry Gale, director of The Petrach Program on Ukraine, co-author of The Zelensky Effect, and Alyssa Iris, dean of the Elliott School of International Affairs.
MFA on Mejlis ban by occupiers: Crimean Tatars' spirit of resistance remains unbroken
Nine years after the Russian occupiers banned the Mejlis, the Crimean Tatar people’s spirit of freedom and struggle remains unbroken as they continue to fight for their rightful place to live peacefully on their own land.
Ukrainian air defense destroys over 840 Russian drones and missiles over past week
Ukraine's air defense forces successfully destroyed 841 enemy targets in the skies over the country in the past week.
Russian forces attempting assault operations north of Chasiv Yar – military
Russian forces are attempting assault operations in Chasiv Yar from the north, aiming to dislodge Ukrainian troops from their positions.
Maria Mezentseva, Head of the Verkhovna Rada's Permanent Delegation to PACE
Special tribunal: We will not let Russia’s war crimes be hushed down
General Staff: 174 clashes on front lines in past day, over third on Pokrovsk front
As many as 174 combat clashes were recorded between Ukraine's Defense Forces and Russian troops on April 26, with the fiercest fighting taking place on the Pokrovsk front.
Ukrainian forces show how they destroy Russian armor before assaults begin
Drone pilots from the Unmanned Systems Battalion of the 110th Mechanized Brigade have demonstrated how they destroy Russian armored vehicles even before assault operations start on the Novopavlivka front.
Zelensky discusses path to just peace with Vatican's Secretary of State
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with the Cardinal Secretary of State of the Holy See, Pietro Parolin, to discuss the path toward a just and lasting peace.
26 April 2025
Zelensky, Meloni discuss security guarantees, continued military aid
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni discussed security guarantees and the continuation of military support for Ukraine during their meeting in Rome.
Pressure on Russia, bolstering air defenses: Zelensky outlines talks with Macron in Rome
During their meeting in Rome, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron discussed the path toward a full and unconditional ceasefire and the need to maintain pressure on Russia to achieve that goal.