Head of State says talks with Putin no longer possible
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says it is no longer possible for him to sit at the negotiating table with Putin.
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24 February 2023
Ukraine is working to involve countries from all continents in Peace Formula – Zelensky
Together with partners, Ukraine is working to involve countries from all continents in the Peace Formula.
President Zelensky: There will be victory, but we must unite forces for this
Ukraine and its allies should unite forces in order to bring victory closer in the war unleashed by Russia.
Joint exercises with Russia: Ukraine calls on South Africa not to encourage aggression
Ukraine is deeply concerned about joint naval exercises involving South Africa, Russia, and China where missiles of the same type that is used to kill Ukrainians, as well as Russia’s "Z" and "V" symbols, are involved.
Japan to propose more Russia sanctions as part of G7
Japan, which chairs the Group of Seven in 2023, intends to propose on Friday a new package of sanctions targeting the Russian Federation.
Zelensky on Morawiecki’s visit: Symbol of unity and solidarity
President Volodymyr Zelensky considers the visit of Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki of Poland to Kyiv on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine a symbol of unity and solidarity between the Ukrainian and Polish peoples.
Blinken: This war has shredded Russia's international reputation
The war against Ukraine that Russian President Vladimir Putin started a year ago has shredded Russia's international reputation and left Russia weakened and isolated.
Ukrainian Foreign Ministry calls on partners to double down on support for Ukraine
On the first anniversary of the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has called on international partners to double down on their support for Ukraine.
NATO reaffirms solidarity with Ukraine on first anniversary of Russian invasion
On the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the North Atlantic Council issued a statement in which it reaffirmed its solidarity with Ukraine and its readiness to support the country's struggle for democracy, freedom and independence against Russia's war of aggression.
Britain slaps new sanctions on Russia
Britain’s Foreign Secretary James Cleverly announced on Friday a new package of Russia sanctions, including export bans on every item Russia has been found using on the battlefield to date.
EU to be with Ukraine for as long as it takes: Ursula von der Leyen
On the first anniversary of Russia’s unprovoked and brutal aggression against Ukraine, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, addressed the people of Ukraine with words of support and solidarity.
New Zealand hits Russia with new sanctions
One year since Russia launched its illegal war against Ukraine, New Zealand announced a new batch of sanctions targeting the aggressor power.
23 February 2023
EU leaders express strong support for Ukraine
Ahead of the one-year anniversary of Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, EU heads of state and government expressed strong support for Ukraine and its people in the fight for their future, for freedom and democracy against Russia's war of aggression.
More than 140 UN member states vote in favor of Ukrainian peace formula
The resolution entitled "Principles of the Charter of the United Nations that underline the comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine" was adopted at the UN General Assembly's emergency special session meeting.
Prime Minister of Spain addresses Ukrainian lawmakers
Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez delivered a speech in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
White House announces new aid package for Ukraine, sanctions against Russia
President Biden's administration prepared a new large-scale economic, energy, and security assistance package for Ukraine, as well as additional sweeping sanctions against Russia and those who help it continue its aggression against Ukraine.
President meets with delegation of United for Ukraine global parliamentary network
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with a delegation of the United for Ukraine global parliamentary network which included representatives of the parliaments of 13 European countries and the European Parliament.
Stefanchuk meets with British parliamentary delegation
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk discussed the issue of Russia's responsibility for its actions in Ukraine and the creation of a special tribunal to prosecute Russia for the crime of aggression with the parliamentary delegation of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Kuleba, Guterres discuss ways to end Russian aggression
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres have discussed ways to stop Russian aggression based on the principles of the UN Charter and international law.
Ukrainian, Spanish foreign ministers discuss security assistance, creation of special tribunal
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and his Spanish counterpart Jose Manuel Albares have met in New York to discuss security assistance and the creation of a Special Tribunal for Russia's Crime of Aggression.
Kuleba briefs UNGA chief on Ukraine's position on illegitimacy of Russia's presence in Security Council
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has informed the President of the UN General Assembly, Csaba Korosi, about Ukraine's position regarding the illegitimacy of Russia's presence in the UN Security Council.
MFA Ukraine refutes China's allegation of Western arms smuggling from Ukraine
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine refuted the statement by China’s Foreign Ministry about the alleged smuggling from Ukraine of weapons provided by western partners.
Group working to set up Russia tribunal already amounts 25 states
Twenty-five countries have already joined the Coordination Group, which is working on establishing a special tribunal for Russia’s crimes of aggression.
Russia must withdraw occupation troops from Ukraine: CoE leaders call for peace
The Council of Europe condemns Russia’s aggression and reaffirms unwavering commitment to supporting Ukraine, its independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity within the internationally recognized borders, stressing the fact that no lasting peace is possible unless justice is served.
Two arrested in Moldova on espionage, coup plotting charges
The Information and Security Service (SIB) of Moldova, jointly with the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS), are probing a treason and espionage ring involving a network of assets, which included citizens of Moldova and another state, which has not been specified in the press release.
Prime Minister of Spain visits Bucha and Irpin
Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez visited Bucha and Irpin in Kyiv region on Thursday.
Ukraine to Szijjarto: Hungary not in a position to resolve issue of peace talks
Negotiations on ending the war without Ukraine's participation are possible only in the dreams of individual Hungarian politicians.
Zelensky to hold press conference on anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold a press conference on Friday, February 24.
Spanish PM arrives in Ukraine
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez paid an unannounced visit to Kyiv early on Thursday, February 23.
Canada’s top diplomat: Putin losing grip on reality
Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says Russian President Vladimir Putin is losing his grip on reality, a year after his invasion of Ukraine.