Seoul summons Russian envoy over North Korea's troop dispatch
South Korea's foreign ministry summoned Russia's ambassador to Seoul on Monday to “express regret” over North Korea's deployment of its soldiers to fight Russia's war against Ukraine.
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21 October 2024
On Monday, UNSC to discuss N. Korea’s involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine
On Monday, the UN Security Council will meet to discuss the security situation of Ukraine, related, in particular, to the military support Russia is receiving from North Korea, Iran, and China.
Pentagon chief arrives in Kyiv
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin arrived on an unannounced visit to the Ukrainian capital on Monday, October 21.
Sybiha starts visit to Turkey with meeting with Ukrainian community
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha began his visit to the Turkish capital with a meeting with the Ukrainian community and the opening of a Sunday school.
NATO PA President explains why Ukraine not invited to Alliance yet
NATO is convinced that Ukraine is already on an "irreversible path" that will lead to its accession to the North Atlantic Alliance. However, it first needs to restore sovereignty over its territories.
20 October 2024
Ukraine expects “honest, strong reaction” from partners to N. Korea sending troops to Russia - Zelensky
Ukraine is waiting for an honest reaction from its partners regarding North Korea's supply of its military servicemen to Russia to support the Kremlin’s war against Ukraine.
Georgian President to Zelensky at Tbilisi rally: “We will enter Europe together”
During a rally in Tbilisi in support of the EU integration path, Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili addressed Volodymyr Zelensky, stating that Ukraine and Georgia will join Europe together.
Ukraine secures support from partners over Victory Plan - Zelensky
This week, Ukraine secured support from its Western partners in terms of promoting the Victory Plan presented to them by President Volodymyr Zelensky.
French foreign minister visits Territorial Defense unit in Sumy region
The Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, Jean-Noël Barrot, during his visit to Sumy region, met with service members from the 117th Separate Brigade of Territorial Defense Command North.
Sybiha appeals to allies over western components of DPRK missile shot down in Ukraine
Recently, air defense forces shot down a North Korean KN-23/24 missile over Ukraine, which was used by Russian troops to attack our country. Western components were found in it.
Ukraine’s foreign minister to visit Türkiye
Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha will visit Türkiye on October 20-22 for high-level talks on key issues of Ukrainian-Turkish cooperation.
Pentagon yet to confirm deployment of North Korean troops for Russian war against Ukraine
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he could not confirm reports that North Korea had sent troops to Russia ahead of their possible deployment to take part in the war against Ukraine.
19 October 2024
U.S. on DPRK involvement in Russia’s war effort: sign of Moscow’s desperation, not strength
If Russia is indeed forced to turn to North Korea for manpower, it will be a sign of its desperation, not strength.
Joining NATO without occupied areas off table - Ukraine’s Vice PM
Ukraine will definitely be invited to NATO within the borders as of 1991 while the issue of joining the Alliance partly, excluding territories temporarily occupied by Russia is not being discussed with Allies.
Arming Russia would harm China’s relations with Europe, UK’s Lammy warns Bejing
UK Foreign Minister David Lammy, on his first visit to Beijing, expressed concern over China's support for Russia in the war the latter is waging against Ukraine.
Sybiha explains importance of getting permissions to use Western long-range capabilities for strikes inside Russia
Urgently giving Ukraine permissions to hit military targets deep inside Russia with Western long-range weapons will allow preventing the advance of Russian troops and the capture of more territories, as well as saving the lives of Ukrainian soldiers.
Sybiha: We had long tête-à-tête with French FM on implementation of Victory Plan
One of the main issues of the talks between the Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and France was the further implementation, content and realization of President Volodymyr Zelensky's Victory Plan.
New French FM arrives in Kyiv
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot has arrived in Kyiv.
Sybiha receives Hungary’s Deputy Foreign Minister
On Friday, October 18, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha received Deputy Minister of Foreign Economy and Foreign Affairs of Hungary Levente Magyar at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
Shmyhal, Stubb discuss Finland’s military aid to Ukraine
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed with the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, continued defense assistance to Ukraine and the pressing needs in terms of weapons and military hardware, especially air defense systems.
Biden: no consensus on long-range weapons for Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden called on partners to continue supporting Ukraine in the fight against the Russian invasion in the conditions of a "tough winter", at the same time admitting that partners are yet to reach a consensus on the provision of long-range weapons.
Ukraine, UK take another step toward agreement on strengthening parthership
Officials from Ukraine and the United Kingdom held the third round of negotiations on concluding a bilateral agreement on transition to a stronger and deeper partnership, discussing changes to the draft and approving its structure.
Norway’s Foreign Minister visits Rivne NPP
Norway's Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide paid a visit to the Rivne nuclear power plant on Friday to express his country’s support for efforts toward ensuring nuclear safety amid war.
18 October 2024
Ukraine expects progress on EU accession path during Hungary's presidency of EU Council
Deputy Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Ihor Zhovkva emphasized the importance of achieving significant progress on Ukraine's path to joining the European Union during Hungary's presidency of the EU Council.
Sybiha calls on allies to up support for amid reports of North Korea entering Russia’s war
Minister for Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha called on the West to strengthen support for Ukraine against the background of Russia engaging North Korea in the war against Ukraine.
Putin set to skip G20 summit in Brazil
Russian leader Vladimir Putin says he will not attend the Group of 20 summit in Brazil, where he could be arrested under an International Criminal Court warrant.
Biden, Macron, Scholz, Starmer talk Victory Plan, aid to Ukraine
The leaders of Germany, France, the UK, and US discussed President Zelensky's Victory Plan and aid to Ukraine at a meeting in Berlin on October 18.
Canada condemns Russia's aggressive nuclear rhetoric
Russia's reckless nuclear rhetoric is inconsistent with its status as a permanent member of the UN Security Council.
Invitation to NATO “most important”, otherwise war “won’t end” - Zelensky’s office chief
The head of the President's Office, Andriy Yermak, emphasized the importance of having Ukraine invited to join NATO as it will help end the war.
Explaining: Statements on Ukrainian nukes, prospects for Ukraine’s NATO membership, Dutch defense aid, Moldova elections and referendum
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.