Lithuanian PM arrives in Kyiv
Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte arrived in Kyiv on Friday, November 24.
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24 November 2023
Ukraine using military support from Germany responsibly - ambassador
Germany takes great care to ensure that the military support provided to Ukraine is used as intended and believes that the Ukrainian side is using the support responsibly.
Turkey reiterates readiness to host Ukraine-Russia talks
Turkey sees negotiations as the most effective way to eliminate threats and end the war and is ready to host peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
Ambassador: About 800 Ukrainians arrive in Germany per month
Germany is not currently seeing an influx of Ukrainian refugees, with about 800 people arriving in the country every month.
Ambassador: Ukraine's accession to EU will have great benefits for both Berlin and Kyiv
Germany sincerely supports Ukraine's accession to the European Union and sees great chances for both sides in this membership.
Another Canadian province recognizes Holodomor as genocide
The Atlantic Canadian province of Prince Edward Island has recognized the Holodomor of 1932-1933 as an act of genocide against Ukrainians.
Fifty-five UN member states sign Declaration on 90th anniversary of Holodomor
Fifty-five UN Member States signed the Ukraine-initiated Declaration on the occasion of the ninetieth anniversary of the Holodomor of 1932-1933 in Ukraine.
23 November 2023
Ukraine at OSCE stresses need to immediately regain control of Zaporizhzhia NPP
The incompetent actions of the Russian "administration" at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant increase the risks of a nuclear accident, and this only confirms the urgent need to immediately return the plant to Ukraine’s control.
Russia's actions in Black Sea threaten free world – Ukraine’s defense chief
The actions of the Russian Federation in the Black Sea pose a threat to the entire free world.
No legal or security prerequisites currently in place for holding elections in Ukraine - Vice PM
In addition to legal restrictions, according to which it is prohibited to hold elections under martial law, Ukraine currently also lacks the security conditions to this end.
U.S. removes any speculation about allegedly having to choose between Ukraine, Israel
During the meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format, the United States removed any speculation regarding the alleged choice it has to make between helping Ukraine or Israel and assured that it is fully committed to all obligations undertaken to support Ukraine.
EU must avoid another "enlargement fatigue" - Ukraine’s Vice PM
The leaders of the European Union should decide on launching negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU, which is also in the interest of the EU itself and will avoid a repeat of "enlargement fatigue".
With own sanctions, Ukraine complements international mechanisms - Zelensky
Ukraine complements the existing international sanctions mechanisms with its own sanctions. And the authorities are working so that the sanctions imposed by partners are extended to those against whom relevant decisions have already been passed in Ukraine.
Milei offers Zelensky to hold Ukraine peace summit in Argentina
Argentina's President-elect Javier Milei has offered Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to hold a Ukraine peace summit with Latin American countries in Argentina.
Defense official: Division in Ukraine's military and political leadership is Russian narrative
Reports of an alleged division in Ukraine's military and political leadership is a Russian narrative.
Trudeau calls on G20 leaders to punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called for Russia to be held to account for its illegal invasion of Ukraine during a virtual meeting of G20 leaders.
22 November 2023
Slovakia to provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine, calls for peace talks – foreign minister
Slovakia will continue to provide Ukraine with non-military support and believes that now is the time for peace talks.
Zelensky has phone call with Argentina's President-elect
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday had a phone call with Argentina's President-elect Javier Milei to discuss possible cooperation between the two countries in investigating Russian war crimes in Ukraine.
Zelensky changes composition of Supreme Commander-in-Chief Staff
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has changed the composition of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief.
VR Deputy Chair: Elections in Ukraine possible after martial law ends
Elections in Ukraine can be held only after martial law ends.
Russian intelligence could be involved in blockade of border crossings with Ukraine in Poland - investigation
As part of an investigation by the Guildhall news agency, it was established that Polish carriers who have been blocking a number of checkpoints on the Polish-Ukrainian border demanding “fair competition” have been in contact with individuals with ties to Russia. Russian meddling has also been established in probing similar developments in Slovakia.
Dutch gov't can take shape for up to six months with no change to Ukraine policy expected during this time - expert
In the Netherlands, after the parliamentary elections, the process of forming a coalition and government will begin, which may be quite long, so there will be no changes for Ukraine at this time.
EU has "no special expectations" of Ukraine’s election next year - Vice PM
The European Union has "no special expectations" about Ukraine holding of elections in 2024.
Russia’s guaranteed defeat only promising solution for ending war - adviser
The Office of the Ukrainian President once again notes that there is no promising solution for ending the war in Ukraine and providing general security guarantees, except for Russia’s full defeat.
Rada calls on world to recognize Holodomor as genocide against Ukrainians
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has adopted a statement in connection with the 90th anniversary of the Holodomor of 1932-1933 in Ukraine and called on international organizations and parliaments to recognize it as genocide against the Ukrainian people.
Zelensky on Trump's remarks: Giving up territory is not a 'peace plan'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he is ready to listen to a "peace plan" proposed by former U.S. leader Donald Trump, but Ukraine will not give up its territory to Russia.
EU’s Michel stands for consistent approach to recommendations for Ukraine
The European Union is trying to prevent a blurring of priorities in the recommendations for the implementation of reforms in Ukraine, which come from various partners, including the USA and the IMF.
Michel on the U.S. elections: European unity on Ukraine to be helpful for debates in America
No matter the results of the upcoming presidential elections in the USA, Europe must remain master of its own destiny, but the consolidation of European support for Ukraine will send a good signal to the U.S.
European Council president believes in success of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to EU
The next meeting of the European Council promises to be difficult, as the EU long-term budget will be discussed, which always causes a lot of discussions, but the decision on negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU is expected to be positive.
Ukraine's parliament passes first reading of bill to strengthen SAPO's independence
The Verkhovna Rada has supported at first reading the introduction of amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code and other legislative acts to strengthen the independence of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO).