Italy approves further military aid to Ukraine
The Italian Cabinet of Ministers has approved a decision to extend authorization for the transfer of military aid to Ukraine.
Politics
New government taken office in Romania
The Romanian parliament has approved by a majority vote a decision to express confidence in the next government headed by Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, who was re-elected to this position and formed a cabinet from the newly formed coalition.
Switzerland joins EU’s 15th sanctions package against Russia
On Monday, December 23, Switzerland decided to align itself with the European Union’s 15th sanctions package against Russia and restrictive measures against Belarus.
Slovak opposition criticizes Fico's meeting with Putin
The Slovak opposition party Freedom and Solidarity (SaS) has criticized Prime Minister Robert Fico's meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, calling the talks a betrayal of the country and its allies.
23 December 2024
Zelensky instructs FM to establish contacts with new Syrian government
President Volodymyr Zelensky has instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to establish contacts with the new Syrian government.
Expert: Repressions will intensify before “elections” in Belarus
In Belarus, before the so-called “presidential elections,” repressions by the regime of Alexander Lukashenko will intensify, including against foreign citizens.
New ambassadors of China, Saudi Arabia, Serbia start work in Ukraine
The ambassadors of China, Saudi Arabia, and Serbia have launched their diplomatic missions in Ukraine.
Expert explains Lukashenko’s Oman, UAE visits
Self-proclaimed President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus seeks to establish cooperation with Oman and the UAE in order to weaken the impact of sanctions on Belarusian economy and reduce dependence on Russian and Chinese funding.
Ukraine surprised by Fico's persistent attempts to maintain energy dependence on Moscow - MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed surprise at the persistent attempts by the head of the Slovak government, Robert Fico, to maintain energy dependence on Moscow, contrary to EU policy and joint work of European countries on the diversification of energy supplies.
Explaining: Visit of Slovakia’s PM to Moscow, disproving claims by The Guardian, new technologies in AFU
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.
Zelensky discusses sanctions against Russia’s shadow fleet with UK PM
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held discussions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on supporting Ukraine's arms production, training Ukrainian troops, sanctions against Russia's shadow tanker fleet, and the upcoming JEF (Joint Expeditionary Force) summit in Estonia.
Zelensky: Fico wants to help Putin make money to fund war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claims that Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico intends to help Putin earn money to fund the war.
MP: Rada is preparing bill to allow foreign university students to leave Ukraine freely
MPs are preparing a bill that will allow students studying at foreign universities to travel freely outside Ukraine.
Czech FM calls Putin mass murderer and criticizes Fico's visit
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky said that Prague's decision to suspend government consultations with Slovakia proves to be correct after Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's recent visit to Moscow and meeting with “mass murderer” Vladimir Putin.
Trump mulling billionaire Feinberg for deputy defense secretary
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to appoint billionaire investor Stephen Feinberg to the position of deputy defense secretary.
Fico makes statement after meeting with Putin
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico made a statement following his visit to Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in Moscow. According to him, the visit was a response to Ukraine's reluctance to continue the transit of gas from Russia to Europe.
22 December 2024
Georgian president gives authorities seven days to schedule new elections
Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili on Sunday, December 22, said she is giving the authorities a week to schedule new parliamentary elections.
Fico meets with Putin to discuss gas supply
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico on Sunday flew to Moscow where he met with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin.
Trump says Putin wants to meet him ASAP
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin told him he wants to have a meeting with him as soon as possible.
Lubinets: Working to expel Russia from all international human rights institutions
The Office of the Ombudsman of Ukraine is working to expel the Russian Federation from all international human rights institutions.
Ukraine's intel chief says he received award from foreign minister
Chief of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) Kyrylo Budanov has received an award from Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha for his support of Ukrainian diplomats.
Zelensky congratulates Ukrainian diplomats on professional holiday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Ukrainian diplomats on their professional holiday and outlined the key priorities and guidelines for their work in the coming year.
EU to announce 16th sanctions package against Russia on Ukraine war anniversary
The European Union is planning to adopt a 16th package of sanctions against Russia on February 24, 2025, the third anniversary of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Kallas: Russia poses direct threat to Europe
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas believes Europe is facing a wide range of threats coming from Russia.
Up to Ukraine to determine timing of any talks with Russia - Greek PM
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who arrived in Finnish Lapland to participate in the North-South summit, confirmed his unwavering support for Ukraine.
CMU supported resolution “Weapons of Victory”
On Friday, December 20, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine (CMU) supported the resolution of the Ministry of Strategic Industries “Weapons of Victory.” This resolution, in fact, defines a new term “Weapons of Victory” and a list of priority weapons.
21 December 2024
CIA Director Burns visits Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that CIA Director Willian Burns had visited Ukraine.
Zhovkva, Marschik discuss expanding Austria's support for Ukraine
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva and the Secretary General for Foreign Affairs at the Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs of Austria, Nikolaus Marschik, have discussed expanding Austria's support for Ukraine.
Zelensky revokes decree appointing Dzhaparova envoy to int'l organizations in Vienna
President Volodymyr Zelensky has canceled his decree appointing Emine Dzhaparova as Permanent Representative of Ukraine to International Organizations in Vienna.