Zelensky, Macron discuss latest developments, coordinate next steps
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the latest developments and coordinate steps to follow.
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14 March 2025
Finland’s life-in-prison verdict against Russian mercenary "strong message" to Russian criminals - MFA Ukraine
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha of Ukraine reacted to the news of the Helsinki District Court sentencing Voislav Torden, commander of Russia’s Rusich grouping embedded with the Russian occupation forces, to life imprisonment for war crimes in Ukraine, calling it a "strong message" sent to Russian criminals.
Zelensky discusses restoration of energy infrastructure with Austria, Portugal’s top diplomats
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Austrian Foreign Ministers Beate Meinl-Reisinger and Portugal’s Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel to discuss the restoration of Ukraine's energy infrastructure and defense support.
Decision on Ukraine's NATO membership shall be made by Allies - Stefanishyna
NATO membership decisions are made by Allies, and Ukraine is already part of the Transatlantic security space.
Putin sends Trump “additional information”, “signals” via Witkoff
Russian leader’s press secretary Dmitry Peskov reported that Vladimir Putin had handed over to US President Donald Trump "additional information and additional signals" through Trump’s Special Representative Steve Witkoff.
Canadian, British FMs discuss aid to Ukraine
Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy discussed further support for Ukraine in repelling Russian aggression.
Zelensky: 30-day ceasefire depends on strong U.S. response to Russia's demands
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the implementation of a 30-day ceasefire, proposed following the negotiations in Jeddah, will depend on a strong U.S. response to Russia's attempts to drag the process into unnecessary details.
G7 to impose new sanctions, step up support for Ukraine in case Russia rejects ceasefire
The G7 member states are prepared to impose further sanctions on Russia and enhance support for Ukraine if Russia refuses a ceasefire proposal.
Trump says after discussions with Putin there are chances to end war in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he had held "very good and productive" discussions with Vladimir Putin the day before, which confirmed the possibility of ending the war in Ukraine.
Portuguese foreign minister arrives in Kyiv, meets with Ukrainian counterpart
The key topic of discussions between Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel was strengthening defense cooperation and increasing military support for Ukraine.
Ukraine’s foreign minister on establishing ceasefire: Time to use all diplomatic tools
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha believes in the possibility of a ceasefire based on the strength of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and that now is time to use all diplomatic tools to this end.
Financial package deal between German democrats to pave way for EUR 3B in defense aid to Ukraine
The agreement between democratic parties in Germany opens up the way to allocate additional EUR 3 billion in military assistance to Ukraine.
Ukraine already working out algorithms for monitoring ceasefire compliance - Sybiha
Immediately after the meeting in Saudi Arabia, the Ukrainian side launched work on algorithms for proper monitoring of compliance with a possible ceasefire, as well as the modalities of future peace agreements.
Austrian Foreign Minister reiterates continued support for Ukraine
Austria will continue to support Ukraine and seek a just and lasting peace in the interest of Ukraine and all of Europe.
No directives to negotiate territorial concessions with anyone - PM Shmyhal
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal of Ukraine says of today there have been no directives from the President to negotiate territorial concessions with anyone.
FM Sybiha: Putin seeks to continue war
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is setting various conditions instead of accepting the U.S. proposal for a ceasefire, unlike Ukraine.
Austrian FM arrives in Kyiv
The new Austrian Foreign Minister, Beate Meinl-Reisinger, arrived in Ukraine for a visit on Friday, March 14.
G7 foreign ministers reaffirm unwavering support for Ukraine
At a meeting in Canada, the foreign ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) reaffirmed their steadfast support for Ukraine and emphasized the importance of security guarantees for the country after the war.
Belgian ambassador: Russian disinformation 'indoctrinated our minds' for decades
For decades, Russian narratives presenting a distorted history of Ukraine were promoted in Belgium, and Belgians did not realize they were consuming disinformation.
If EU fails to convince Hungary, sanctions against Russia may not be extended - President’s Representative
If the EU’s Committee of Permanent Representatives at the ambassadorial level fails to reach a consensus on extending sanctions against Russia for the next six months due to Hungary’s stance, the European Union's economic restrictions on Russia could be lifted on Saturday.
13 March 2025
Zelensky on ceasefire: Putin's statements manipulative
Putin's statements are yet another Russian manipulation aimed at buying time and avoiding real steps toward peace.
Trump claims he has leverage over Russia
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he possesses leverage over Russia, which is necessary to achieve a ceasefire in its war against Ukraine. However, he refused to disclose what that leverage is.
Trump says U.S. discussed with Ukraine which land 'would be kept and lost'
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that discussions between the United States and Ukraine included which parts of Ukrainian territory "would be kept and lost."
Starmer urges allies to provide security guarantees for Ukraine to counter Putin's ambitions
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday called on allies to put pressure on Moscow and offer Ukraine security guarantees to protect it from Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's "barely disguised" ambitions.
Trump on Putin's statement: 'Hopefully Russia will do the right thing'
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed hope that Russia would accept the U.S. proposal for a ceasefire in Ukraine, which was brought to Moscow by his special envoy, Steve Witkoff.
Putin says Russia 'in favor' of ceasefire but there are 'nuances'
Russian leader Vladimir Putin has stated that Moscow agrees in principle with the proposal to halt hostilities in Ukraine but has put forward his conditions.
Zelensky on ceasefire proposal: World has heard no response from Russia for over a day
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky received a report from the Ukrainian delegation on their meeting with U.S. representatives in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing Ukraine's commitment to a swift path to peace. However, more than 24 hours have passed without a meaningful response from Russia regarding the ceasefire proposal.
Ambassador: Ukrainian and Belgian defense firms plan joint weapons production
Leading companies of the Belgian military-industrial complex are actively establishing ties with Ukrainian partners and are making progress in preparing joint production.
Vice PM: Agreement with U.S. does not include transfer of subsoil use rights
The agreement between Ukraine and the United States does not provide for the transfer of subsoil use rights or any property rights, and therefore does not require ratification or approval at an all-Ukrainian referendum.
Finnish Interior Minister shown aftermath of Russian strike on Chernobyl NPP
The Ministers of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Ihor Klymenko and Finland's Mari Rantanen visited the Chornobyl exclusion zone, where the Finnish delegation saw the consequences of the Russian attack on the nuclear power plant and the liquidation measures.