Rutte has “every trust” in Trump's ability to achieve peace in Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that he has “every trust” in the ability of U.S. President Donald Trump to achieve a peaceful resolution in Ukraine.
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18 March 2025
Not another "Orbán" in Austria, new government to support Ukraine – expert
The new federal government of Austria will continue to support Ukraine but will take into account its strict austerity budget when providing humanitarian or financial aid. The emergence of another "Orbán" on the European political map is ruled out in Austria.
OSCE declines to comment why Secretary General avoids referring to Russia as aggressor
The press office of the OSCE Secretariat declined to comment on the statement made by Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu, who referred to Russia as a "very important partner within the OSCE."
Venislavskyi: Ukraine currently lacking military capability to rapidly liberate all its territories
Ukraine currently does not have sufficient military capabilities to quickly liberate all the territories temporarily occupied by the Russian aggressor. However, in the future, they will inevitably be de-occupied.
Ukraine launches Consulate General in Mumbai
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyan Jaishankar, during a meeting in New Delhi, inaugurated the Consulate General of Ukraine in Mumbai.
Sybiha at New Delhi conference: Ukraine's readiness to cease fire global test for Russia
At the talks in Jeddah, Ukraine demonstrated its readiness for a temporary ceasefire to achieve peace, and now Russia must show whether it truly desires peace.
Ukraine believes full-scale war can be over before year-end - Sybiha
Ukraine seeks an unconditional ceasefire and believes it is possible to end the full-scale war, unleashed by Russia, as early as this year.
Poland, Baltic States pulling from anti-personnel landmines convention
Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia have announced their withdrawal from the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on their Destruction (Ottawa Convention).
Ukrainian, Bhutanese foreign ministers hold historic first meeting in New Delhi
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a historic first meeting with Bhutan's Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, D.N. Dhungyel, on the sidelines of the 2025 Raisina Dialogue conference in New Delhi.
Ukraine, seven EU countries file complaint to UN over Russian satellite jamming – media
Eight European countries, including Ukraine, have lodged a complaint with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under the UN, accusing Russia of prolonged interference with European satellite communications.
Ukraine aims to take relations with Philippines to new level – Sybiha
Ukraine seeks to take its bilateral relations with the Philippines to a new level across all areas, according to Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha.
Rubio: We are closer to peace than two weeks ago
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the negotiation process aimed at ending Russia’s war against Ukraine has brought the parties closer to peace, though much effort is still needed to reach a final agreement.
Trump: many elements of Ukraine peace deal already agreed
The President of the United States stated that many elements of the final peace agreement on Ukraine have already been agreed upon, but much work remains to be done. This will be the subject of his conversation with Putin.
17 March 2025
G7 plans further measures to pressure Russia into ceasefire – UK foreign secretary
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced that G7 foreign ministers, during their meeting in Canada, agreed on new pressure tactics aimed at forcing Russia into serious negotiations for a ceasefire.
Ukrainian, French presidents align positions ahead of European meetings
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron coordinated their positions ahead of the upcoming talks between U.S. and Russian leaders as well as key meetings in Europe.
White House on Trump's upcoming call with Putin: 'We've never been closer to a peace deal'
The White House has confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump intends to hold a phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, emphasizing that the parties plan to discuss a peace agreement for Ukraine.
Zelensky invited to G7 summit in Canada – media
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to participate in the G7 summit, which will take place in June in the Canadian province of Alberta.
U.S. notifies Eurojust of withdrawal from group monitoring Russian war crimes in Ukraine
The United States has officially notified Eurojust of its withdrawal from the international group created to investigate leaders responsible for the invasion of Ukraine.
FM Sybiha discusses Ukraine's steps towards peace with NATO Parliamentary Assembly President
During his working visit to India, Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha met with Swedish counterpart Maria Malmer Stenergard and NATO Parliamentary Assembly President Marcos Perestrello. The parties discussed diplomatic efforts to advance peace.
Trump must convince Putin to abandon some "absurd demands" – Polish FM
U.S. President Donald Trump must persuade Vladimir Putin to abandon some "absurd demands," including the capture and demilitarization of the entire Ukraine or plans to seize additional Ukrainian territories during their talks on Tuesday.
Hungary blocking start of EU accession talks with Ukraine – Sikorski
Hungary is blocking the start of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU.
EU plans to provide Ukraine with additional EUR 40B in defense aid - Kallas
The European Union has broad political support for the defense initiative for Ukraine, which provides for additional military aid worth EUR 40 billion, but the EU must move quickly in its implementation so that Ukraine can protect itself from Russian aggression.
Sybiha arrives in India on visit
Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha of Ukraine kicked off a visit to India where he took part in the Raisina Dialogue international conference in New Delhi.
Ukraine, South Korea top diplomats talk repatriation of DPRK POWs - media
South Korean and Ukrainian Foreign Ministers, Cho Tae-yul and Andrii Sybiha, had a phone call to discuss the repatriation of DPRK soldiers captured by the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
Sanctions against Russia could be lifted under certain conditions – Zelensky's commissioner
Vladyslav Vlasiuk, President Volodymyr Zelensky's commissioner for sanctions policy, suggested that Western sanctions on Russia could ultimately be dropped if it helps deliver security and justice for Ukraine.
Sybiha at EU Council meeting: Now is time to arm ourselves as quickly as possible
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has urged European allies to accelerate efforts to strengthen the defense capabilities of both Ukraine and the European Union.
Allies must prepare for NATO without U.S. – ex-head of NATO's strategic planning staff
European NATO allies and Canada should limit the United States' role in the Alliance’s decision-making processes, as Washington's actions are already harming the bloc.
Ukraine's NATO membership must remain on negotiations agenda – Sybiha
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that Ukraine's NATO membership, as the most effective guarantee of security for Ukraine, cannot be removed from the agenda during future peace negotiations.
Baerbock announces Germany's historic decision on strengthening security and aid to Ukraine
The German Bundestag is expected to make an important decision on Tuesday that will strengthen European security and increase assistance to Ukraine by at least 3 billion euros.
FM Sybiha: peacekeeping mission idea already in implementation stage
The idea of deploying a peacekeeping mission to Ukraine to monitor the ceasefire is already in the implementation stage with countries that are ready to send their military contingents.