President Zelensky arrives in United States
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in the United States to take part in the high-level meetings of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly.
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18 September 2023
Zelensky’s Office chief, EU sanctions coordinators talk strengthening Russia sanctions
The head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak presented five priorities for further strengthening of Russia sanctions.
Baerbock states need to reform UN
The current structure of the United Nations does not correspond to the realities and new challenges therefore it requires reform.
MFA rejects accusations of Ukraine’s involvement in plotting coup in Georgia
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine emphasized that the report by the Georgian security services of the alleged involvement of the Ukrainian side in the preparation of a coup d’etat in the country does not correspond to reality.
No countries U.S. pitching to UNSC to agree if given no veto right
Ukraine’sformer permanent representative to the UN Volodymyr Yelchenko suggests that the new countries named by the U.S. as potential permanent members of the UN Security Council will not agree to this if they are not provided with a right of veto.
Elections during wartime can make people more disappointed, irritated - expert
Holding elections during wartime may strengthen people's irritation with politicians and disappointment of citizens who do not see any changes.
Ukraine's government dismisses all deputy defense ministers
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has dismissed Volodymyr Havrylov, Rostyslav Zamlynskyi, Hanna Maliar, Denys Sharapov, Andrii Shevchenko and Vitalii Deineha as Ukraine's deputy defense ministers.
ICJ begins public hearings on Ukraine’s genocide claims against Russia
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague has started public hearings regarding Russia’s preliminary objections in the case of genocide.
Slovakia’s opposition leader plans to cease military support to Ukraine
Former Slovak prime minister and opposition leader Robert Fico, whose party could claim victory in snap parliamentary elections this month, plans to withdraw defense assistance for Ukraine.
Ukraine defending global values at highest human cost - Zelensky
Ukrainians protect the values of the whole world in its fight against Russia, paying the highest cost, which is the lives of its people.
China, Russia to hold strategic security consultations
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi will visit Russia on September 18-21 for consultations on strategic security.
Genocide case: ICC resumes hearings on Ukraine's lawsuit against Russia
On Monday, September 18, the International Court of Justice in The Hague will resume hearings in Ukraine's lawsuit against Russia over a violation of the Genocide Convention.
EU to support Ukraine at UN General Assembly, call for Security Council reform - Borrell
Next week, at the UN General Assembly, the European Union will use the opportunity to reiterate its steadfast support for Ukraine and the need to reform the Security Council, whose decisions are blocked by Russia.
17 September 2023
Cleverly hits back at Johnson over Ukraine support comments
British Foreign Minister James Cleverly believes former prime minister Boris Johnson is wrong in accusing the UK and the West of failing to give Ukraine enough support in its fight against Russian aggression.
Kremlin wants North Korea to launch “representations” in Donetsk, Luhansk
Russian President Vladimir Putin persuaded Kim Jong Un to open North Korea’s "diplomatic missions" in temporarily occupied Donetsk and Luhansk.
Stoltenberg once again calls on allies to brace for long war in Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg is convinced that Ukraine will eventually join NATO, but warns that it is necessary to prepare for a long war.
Blinken, Guterres discuss ‘grain agreement’ ahead of UN General Assembly
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the "grain agreement" with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres ahead of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly.
Kim, Shoigu talk strengthening defense ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu discussed strengthening military cooperation and exchanges between the two countries.
President’s Office explains why Kremlin seeks ‘negotiations’ with Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin does not want talks in the classical sense, but has only one of three scenarios in mind.
Yermak, diplomats from over 70 countries discuss implementation of Peace Formula
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak has held the eight meeting with the representatives of diplomatic corps accredited in Ukraine regarding the implementation of the Peace Formula proposed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
16 September 2023
Yermak, Sullivan discuss Zelensky’s upcoming visit to United States
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and National Security Advisor to the President of the United States Jake Sullivan have discussed an upcoming visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the United States.
Seoul could impose sanctions against Russia for its military cooperation with North Korea
Seoul could potentially impose unilateral sanctions against Moscow amid a recent summit between North Korea and Russia that has prompted concerns of military cooperation between the two countries.
15 September 2023
White House announces Biden-Zelensky meeting, new assistance to Ukraine
National Security Advisor to the President of the United States Jake Sullivan has officially announced that United States President Joseph Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold a meeting in Washington next Thursday.
Europe always wins when treaties work and promises are kept – Zelensky
Europe always wins when treaties work and promises are kept. However, if the neighbors’ decisions are not neighborly, Ukraine will respond civilly.
"How to vote in trenches?" Shmyhal says Ukraine has no mechanism for elections during war
There are currently no mechanisms for holding elections in Ukraine during the war. The government has no idea how this will happen.
Ukraine needs to amend almost five thousand documents on its way to EU membership - Shmyhal
About 5,000 regulatory acts in Ukraine will need to be amended to bring them in line with EU legislation.
Yanukovych, Azarov to be tried in absentia for signing of Kharkiv Pact
Ukraine's State Bureau of Investigation has submitted to the court an indictment against former President Viktor Yanukovych and former Prime Minister Mykola Azarov on charges of treason and aiding Russia in carrying out subversive activities against Ukraine.
Zelensky to address UN General Assembly in New York
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will participate in the general debate at the session of the UN General Assembly during the high-level week that will be held in New York at UN headquarters from September 19 to 25.
Yermak holds online meeting with political and public figures from Latin America
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak has held a videoconference call with representatives of civil society and political communities from a number of Latin American countries to discuss the aftermath of Russian aggression and the implementation of the Ukrainian Peace Formula.
Zelensky, Biden may meet at White House next week - Reuters
The White House plans to host a bilateral meeting between Presidents Joe Biden and Volodymyr Zelensky next week.