Starmer says Putin to breach ceasefire if Ukraine not protected
Russian ruler Vladimir Putin will violate the peace deal with Ukraine if the country is not protected, believes British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Politics - Latest news
21 March 2025
EU not to block aid to Ukraine because of Hungary's own opinion on this - Costa
The European Union consists of 27 states, each of which has its own history, traditions and culture, and this diversity must be respected. But this does not mean that EU decisions on Ukraine should be blocked because Hungary has an opinion on this that is different from the beliefs of the 26 countries.
20 March 2025
Zelensky meets with Crown Prince Regent of Norway
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Crown Prince Regent Haakon of Norway and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway.
Zelensky discusses Ukraine support with Norwegian MPs
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Masud Gharahkhani, President of the Storting, and the leaders of political parties represented in the Norwegian Parliament. The discussion focused on enhancing international support for Ukraine at the parliamentary level and future cooperation.
EU Commissioner Dombrovskis meets with leaders of Ukrainian parliamentary factions
In the Verkhovna Rada, a meeting took place between the heads of parliamentary factions (groups) and the EU Commissioner for Economy, Productivity, Implementation, and Simplification, Valdis Dombrovskis.
Ukraine to receive regular military, financial support – EU resolution
The heads of state and government of 26 EU countries, with the exception of one European nation, have confirmed their intention to continue providing economic and military support to Ukraine. They also called on national governments to accelerate the delivery of ammunition and other military equipment to Ukraine.
UK must react quickly if Ukraine peace deal struck – Starmer
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday that it is crucial for the United Kingdom and its allies to be able to react immediately if a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine is struck.
Dombrovskis on sanctions pressure on Russia: EU always reaches unity
The decision-making process regarding Russia sanctions in the EU is often accompanied by challenging discussions but at the end of the day the bloc always reaches unity on the matter.
Europe should be at negotiating table on security - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said Europe should always be at the negotiating table when it comes to its own security.
Ukraine in OSCE: Russia must unconditionally accept ceasefire
Russia must accept the ceasefire without any preconditions while Ukraine, for its part, is ready to comply with and monitor it.
EU should find mechanism of protect itself from blockages of consensus decisions - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on European Union leaders to find a solution to make decision-making faster, more flexible, and more effective, hinting at Hungary's veto on the opening of negotiation clusters on Ukraine's accession to the EU.
Zelensky arrives on visit to Norway
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky arrived on a visit to Norway on Thursday, March 20.
Zelensky says discussed restoration of Zaporizhzhia NPP with Trump
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that during his phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, the issue of restoring the operation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) was discussed.
Extending NATO Article 5 to Ukraine to help expose Putin's bluff - Meloni
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Wednesday that extending NATO Article 5 to Ukraine will help expose Vladimir Putin's bluff.
EU Ministers pressure Hungary over blocking Ukraine's EU integration – Polish MFA
For Warsaw and Poland's EU presidency, opening negotiations with Ukraine on EU membership is a "very important" issue. Many countries are pressuring Budapest not to use its bilateral disputes with Kyiv as a pretext to block Ukraine's path to the European Union.
19 March 2025
U.S. to continue intelligence sharing with Ukraine despite Russian demands – White House
The United States will continue sharing defense-related intelligence with Ukraine, despite Russian President Vladimir Putin’s demand during a phone conversation with Donald Trump to halt this form of support.
White House reveals details of conversation between Trump and Zelensky
The Presidents of Ukraine and the U.S. discussed a ceasefire, Trump’s conversation with Putin, the situation in Kursk region, planned meetings of technical groups, and the exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine. Trump also proposed that Ukraine transfer ownership of its power plants to the U.S. to better protect them.
In call with Trump, Zelensky agrees to limited ceasefire, announces new round of talks
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine says he had a “positive, very substantive, and frank” phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, just a day after the latter spoke with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.
Belgium reaffirms steadfast support for Ukraine
Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot stated during an address to parliament on Wednesday that Brussels acts on the basis of and in defense of the UN Charter, international law and human rights, supporting Ukraine's legitimate defense against an illegal aggressor.
Waltz plans to talk with Ukrainian, Russian counterparts later today
U.S. President's National Security Adviser Mike Waltz announced plans to discuss with his counterparts from Ukraine and Russia on Wednesday the ceasefire issue and further step towards a peaceful settlement.
Witkoff hopes for complete ceasefire in Ukraine in few weeks
U.S. Presidential Special Envoy Steve Witkoff called the latest call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin on Tuesday "epic", emphasizing the achievement of "great progress", and expressed hope that a complete ceasefire in Ukraine could be achieved in a few weeks.
Zelensky, Finland’s parliament head discuss steps to end war
President Volodymyr Zelensky held meetings with the Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Jussi Halla-Aho, leaders of political groups and chairs of parliamentary committees.
Trump says had “very good” call with Zelensky
U.S. President Donald Trump said he had just finished a "very good" call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, during which the parties discussed issues raised during a Trump-Putin call on Tuesday.
Zelensky has phone conversation with Trump
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky is having a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump.
It is dangerous if U.S. "turns its back" on Ukraine – Zelensky
For Ukraine, it would be very dangerous if the United States is no longer their strategic partner. However, the U.S. and Ukraine currently share a common strategic vision for the future.
Occupied territories to be sensitive issue in negotiations – Zelensky
One of the complex and sensitive issues in the upcoming peace negotiations will be the question of Ukrainian territories. Ukraine will not agree to recognize its occupied territories as Russian — this is one of its "red lines."
Zelensky defines Ukraine’s red lines in negotiations
The main priority for Ukraine is to preserve its independence and sovereignty.
U.S. lawmakers urge Trump to restore funding for program tracking abducted Ukrainian children
Democratic U.S. lawmakers are calling on President Donald Trump's administration to restore funding for a program that helps track Ukrainian children abducted by Russia.
Zelensky announces upcoming talk with Trump
On March 19, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold a conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump.
For ceasefire to work there must be deterrence – Kallas
For a ceasefire on the battlefield between Ukraine and Russia to be effective, there must be a deterrent factor.