PM of Australia comments on visit to Ukraine, pledges support
President Zelensky has shown bravery and leadership in the face of Russia’s brutal and illegal invasion of Ukraine.
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04 July 2022
Ukraine Recovery Conference starts in Lugano: what's on agenda
On July 4, a two-day Ukraine Recovery Conference starts in the Swiss city of Lugano.
Verkhovna Rada to continue working on Constitutional Court reform – Korniyenko
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine will intensify its work on the European integration draft laws to bring Ukraine closer to the EU. In particular, the MPs will continue conducting judicial reform and will soon pass a draft law on the peculiarities of the work of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine.
Truss: UK to host 2023 Ukraine recovery conference and will lead this process
Britain will host a conference next year focused on helping Ukraine recover from the damage caused by Russia's invasion, the UK’s Foreign Office says.
It’s up to Ukraine to decide when it will sit down at negotiating table with Russia – Steinmeier
It’s up to Ukraine to decide when it will sit down at the negotiating table with Russia. Western partners will not push Kyiv.
03 July 2022
Australia pledges further $100M in military and technical support to Ukraine
Australia will additionally give Ukraine $100 million in military and technical support, as well as 14 armored personnel carriers and 20 Bushmaster armored vehicles.
Zelensky, Albanese hold meeting in Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have met in the city of Kyiv.
Stefanchuk arrives in Switzerland to discuss “Marshall Plan” for Ukraine
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk arrived in the city of Lugano (Switzerland) to discuss with European politicians a "Marshall Plan" for Ukraine.
Zelensky praises Israel’s top court for removing new entry restrictions for Ukrainians
President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed the recent ruling by the Supreme Court of Israel, which obliges the government to cancel the restrictions that were earlier imposed on the entry of Ukrainian nationals into the country.
Government terminates powers of Ukroboronprom supervisory board member
The Cabinet of Ministers has terminated the powers of Denys Sharapov, a member of the supervisory board of Ukroboronprom State Concern.
UK proud of its partnership with Ukrainian Navy - embassy
The British Embassy in Ukraine has assured Ukrainians of unwavering support and partnership on the occasion of the Navy Day.
02 July 2022
Ukraine, Czech Republic agree positions on further defense cooperation
During the meeting in Lviv, Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Hanna Maliar and Minister of Defense of the Czech Republic, Jana Černochová, discussed the situation at the front lines and further assistance to Ukraine.
Kuleba congratulates new Philippines' foreign minister on his appointment
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba has congratulated Enrique Manalo on his appointment as Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines.
Podolyak: Civilized world is on the way to recognizing Russia as terrorist country
The civilized world is definitely on the way to recognizing Russia as a terrorist country.
Russia changed war strategy to force Ukraine to make concessions - Podolyak
Russia has changed its war tactics in order to press Ukraine to make territorial concessions.
Kuleba, Borrell agree on positions ahead of G20 summit
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell have discussed further steps after Ukraine received EU candidate status and agreed on positions ahead of a G20 summit.
Ukrainian, French officials discuss humanitarian needs, plans for reconstruction of Ukrainian regions
Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olga Stefanishyna and President of the Regional Council of Île-de-France Valérie Pécresse have discussed humanitarian needs, plans for the reconstruction of Ukrainian regions and the strengthening of contacts between the two countries' businesses.
Poland’s MFA: Sanctions against Russia insufficient, must be strengthened
Current sanctions against Russia are insufficient, a new package of restrictive measures is needed.
01 July 2022
Government simplifies registration procedure for IDPs - Vereshchuk
The Ukrainian government has approved a resolution that eases and speeds up registration of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and the procedure of obtaining social benefits.
Zelensky thanks United States for new security assistance package for Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed the decision of the United States to approve a new package of security assistance for Ukraine, which includes modern air defense systems.
Shmyhal meets with Norwegian PM in Kyiv
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre have discussed defense assistance, energy and humanitarian cooperation.
Zelensky, Chile’s president discuss possible assistance in demining Ukraine’s territories
President Volodymyr Zelensky has discussed with President of Chile Gabriel Boric the possibility of involving Chilean specialists in demining Ukraine’s territories and thanked for the humanitarian aid provided for the country.
PM Shmyhal discusses Ukraine's reconstruction with G7 ambassadors, heads of international organizations
Ukraine seeks not just to restore houses and buildings damaged and destroyed by Russian forces, but also to create better infrastructure, living and business conditions.
Norway to provide EUR 1B in aid to Ukraine
Norway will provide a EUR 1 billion aid package to Ukraine by the end of this year and throughout the next year.
Zelensky meets with Rasmussen in Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen and thanked him for his involvement in the development of a project of security guarantees for Ukraine.
Verkhovna Rada appoints Dmytro Lubinets as new Ombudsman
MPs appointed Dmytro Lubinets as the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights.
Restoration of Ukraine has to be coupled with new wave of reforms – von der Leyen
The international community is mobilizing to support efforts to rebuild Ukraine, but it is necessary to couple the reconstruction of the country with a new wave of reforms to maximize the impact of investments.
Zelensky: EU-Ukraine Association Agreement is 63% implemented
The progress of implementation of the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement is 63 percent, but dozens of important bills still need to be drafted and passed.
EC President von der Leyen: Europe will not rest until Ukraine prevails
Europe will stand up with Ukraine as long as it takes and will not rest until Ukraine prevails.
Ukraine's accession to EU: Zelensky, Stefanchuk and Shmyhal sign joint statement
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has signed Ukraine’s Parliament and Government joint statement on achieving full membership in the European Union.