Shmyhal calls on EU to recognize Russia as terrorist state
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal in a conversation with EU High Representative Josep Borrell called on the EU to recognize Russia as a terrorist state.
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15 July 2022
Russia sanctions: European Commission proposes “maintenance and alignment” package
The European Commission has adopted a proposal for a new package of measures to maintain and strengthen the effectiveness of the EU's six wide-ranging and unprecedented packages of sanctions against Russia.
Free world must support Ukraine in defend its democracy - Biden
The war that Vladimir Putin unleashed against Ukraine is a challenge to the peace and stability worldwide therefore the free world must support Ukraine in defending its democracy.
14 July 2022
Dialogue Group on Accountability for Ukraine created in The Hague – Venediktova
The Dialogue Group on Accountability for Ukraine was created at the Ukraine Accountability Conference in The Hague today.
Ukraine, Latvia drafting agreement on confiscation of Russia’s state property abroad
Minister of Justice of Ukraine Denys Malyuska and Minister of Justice of Latvia Jānis Bordāns have started to draft jointly an agreement on the confiscation of Russian state property abroad.
Those whose decisions led to crimes against Ukrainians must not hide behind ‘immunity of officials’ – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky insists that a Special Tribunal be established to bring to justice those whose decisions led to the crimes committed by Russian occupiers in Ukraine but who are hiding behind the so-called immunity of officials.
Biden to ask Israeli PM to increase assistance to Ukraine - media
U.S. President Joe Biden, who is visiting Israel, intends to discuss the Russian war in Ukraine during talks with Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid, scheduled for July 14.
Yermak calls on West to label Putin’s Russia “terrorist state”
Designating Russia as a “terrorist state” would have dramatic legal consequences for the war in Ukraine, and it’s time for the world to act.
Moldova needs modern weapons to protect itself if Russia attacks - Sandu
President Maia Sandu of Moldova underlined the necessity of arming the nation’s military with modern equipment to be prepared for a potential attack from Russia.
EU won’t recognize passports issued by Putin's regime to Ukrainians – Borrell
The European Union condemns Vladimir Putin's decision to expedite citizenship procedures for all citizens of Ukraine and will not recognize these documents.
13 July 2022
President appoints new Chernivtsi regional governor
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Ruslan Zaparaniuk as the new head of the Chernivtsi Regional State Administration.
Ukraine severs diplomatic relations with North Korea
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the decision by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to recognize the so-called "independence" of the territories temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine.
No talks ongoing with Russia on ending war - Kuleba
There are currently no negotiations underway between Ukraine and the Russian Federation regarding ending the war due to Russia's position and continued aggression.
Similar crises, as in Sri Lanka, caused by Russia, may explode in other countries - Zelensky
The crisis in Sri Lanka is due to Russia blocking the export of Ukrainian food products, which may lead to social unrest in other countries.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry refutes claims of UAV sales to Russia
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani says the country did not sell hundreds of its own drones to Russia amid the Kremlin’s ongoing aggression toward Ukraine.
Senate Intelligence Committee chief: Accelerated Russian aggression will only strengthen U.S. support for Ukraine
U.S. Senator Mark Warner, who chairs the Intelligence Committee, says any escalation of Russian aggression toward Ukraine will only lead to stronger support for Kyiv on the part of Washington.
PM Shmyhal visits Chernihiv region: Towns and villages returning to normal life
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal visited Chernihiv region and noted that the towns and villages that had suffered from the Russian military were gradually returning to normal life.
Prime Minister of France suggests organizing debate on Ukraine, creating special committee
Prime Minister of France Élisabeth Borne suggested that the members of the newly elected National Assembly should organize a debate on the war in Ukraine and create a parliamentary committee for relations on this issue.
12 July 2022
United States confident in Ukraine’s commitment to safeguard and account for arms
The United States is in continued contact with the Ukrainian side regarding the accounting and safeguarding of American weapons handed over to Ukraine.
Zelensky meets with defense minister of Poland
In the future, Ukraine–Poland relations will develop, and the countries will become even closer.
Stefanchuk assures Brink: Rada ready to vote for all changes to fight corruption
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk has emphasized that the list of reforms compiled by the European Union and the USA is not just homework but an internal necessity to change Ukrainian society.
Turkey announces quadripartite meeting on ‘grain corridors’ in Istanbul
On Wednesday, July 13, the military delegations of Turkey, Ukraine, and Russia, as well as the UN delegation will meet in Istanbul to discuss the export of Ukrainian grain through the Black Sea.
11 July 2022
Russia to see sanctions exemption as weakness - Zelensky
The decision on sanctions exemption will be perceived in Russia exclusively as a manifestation of weakness.
Russia cynically exploiting humanitarian crisis in Syria to achieve own foreign policy goals - MFA Germany
Russia is cynically using its membership in the United Nations and the refugee situation in Syria for the sake of pursuing own foreign policy goals.
Putin’s decree on simplified naturalization of Ukrainians testifies to his invading appetites - MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has strongly condemned the decree, issued by Russian President Vladimir Putin of July 11, 2022, which provides for a simplified procedure for granting Russian citizenship to any citizens of Ukraine.
Erdoğan assures Zelensky that Turkey ready to facilitate negotiations on ending war
President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared his readiness to provide all necessary support for the start of the negotiation process between Ukraine and the Russian Federation, including assistance and mediation in the Istanbul process.
Zelensky, Erdoğan discuss unblocking ports, grain exports
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the importance of unblocking Ukrainian ports and resuming grain exports with President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Zelensky: Netherlands among top ten partners of Ukraine in terms of security assistance
The Netherlands is among the top ten partners of Ukraine in terms of the security assistance provided.
President: Ukraine's transformation for EU membership continues despite war
The transformation of Ukraine for sake of obtaining full-fledged membership in the European Union continues despite the difficult conditions created by the full-scale Russian-Ukrainian war.
Zelensky: Netherlands may join reconstruction of Kherson region
Dutch politicians consider joining the reconstruction of Kherson region.