Ukraine preparing its own package of sanctions against Russia - Shmyhal
Ukraine is preparing its own package of sanctions against the Russian Federation, according to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.
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22 February 2022
Biden announces new sanctions against Russia
U.S. President Joe Biden has announced he will enact sanctions on Russian over its new aggression against Ukraine
Spain preparing additional practical support for Ukraine - Kuleba
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba discussed with Minister of Foreign Affairs, the European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain José Manuel Albares the issue of sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Russia moves from covert attempts to destabilize Ukraine to overt military action – Stoltenberg
Russia has now moved from covert attempts to destabilize Ukraine, to overt military action, creating the most dangerous crisis in European security for a generation.
EU countries unanimously agree on package of sanctions against Russia
The European Union member states have agreed on a package of sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Russia recognizes ‘LPR/DPR’ within borders of Luhansk and Donetsk regions – Putin
At a special press conference in the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that Russia recognizes the so-called "DPR" and "LPR" within the borders of Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
Russia’s Federation Council allows Putin to use military force outside country
The upper house of the Russian parliament, the Federation Council, has unanimously approved Russian President Putin’s request to use Russian troops abroad, an Ukrinform correspondent reports with reference to live broadcasting on Russian TV.
EU calls on Russia to reverse recognition of pseudo-republics "LPR/DPR"
The European Union calls on the Russian Federation to reverse its decision to recognize self-proclaimed entities in the occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions, to withdraw troops from Ukraine's borders, and to comply with international law and its international commitments.
Putin’s statements “delusional” - U.S. CDA Kvien
Putin's address reflects a warped vision reminiscent not of a global leader, but of Europe’s worst authoritarians.
Yesterday's sanctions imposed by U.S. only “first step” – U.S. CDA Kvien
Yesterday's U.S. sanctions in response to Russia's recognition of the "independence" of quasi-republics in the occupied territories of Ukraine were only the first step, while the next ones will concern not only the said areas.
Verkhovna Rada calls on world to strengthen sanctions against Russia over recognition of so-called "L/DPR"
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine calls on the international community to impose additional sanctions on the Russian Federation and its leadership over the recognition of self-proclaimed entities in the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine.
Zelensky, Erdogan discuss Russia's actions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have discussed Russia's latest decisions on Ukraine.
Turkey considers Russia's actions on Ukraine unacceptable
Russia's actions to recognize the so-called "DPR/ LPR" are a violation of political integrity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Ukraine, contradicting the Minsk agreements. Turkey seeks to de-escalate and avoid destabilization in the Black Sea, ready to take part in a meeting of the UN Security Council, initiated by Ukraine.
Britain imposes new sanctions on Russia
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a number of new restrictive measures against Russia after its leader Vladimir Putin announced the recognition of the independence of the puppet entities "LPR" and "DPR" and signed respective decrees.
Russia’s Federation Council votes for recognition of pseudo-republics "DPR", "LPR"
The upper house of the Russian parliament, the Federation Council, unanimously ratified treaties of friendship and mutual assistance, including military assistance, with the pseudo-republics of "DPR" and "LPR".
Zelensky, Karis call on Russia to withdraw troops from Ukrainian territory – statement
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Estonia Alar Karis have issued a joint statement following their meeting in Kyiv on Tuesday, February 22, according to the Ukrainian President’s Office.
Russia's State Duma ratifies friendship agreements with pseudo-republics "DPR", "LPR"
The State Duma of the Russian Federation ratified the agreements on friendship, cooperation and mutual assistance with the pseudo-republics "DPR" and "LPR".
Martial law possible if Russia goes for full-blown aggression against Ukraine - Zelensky
Ukraine’s authorities could introduce martial law in the event of full-scale aggression on the part of Russia.
Despite Moscow’s move to recognize self-proclaimed entities, Ukraine borders remain unchanged - MFA
Despite Russia’s decision to recognize the so-called “LPR” and “DPR” as independent republics, Ukraine's international borders remain unchanged.
Zelensky says he will consider severing diplomatic relations with Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he will consider the issue of severing Ukraine's diplomatic relations with Russia.
Ireland supports additional sanctions against Russia for violation of Ukraine's territorial integrity
Ireland believes that Russia's decision to recognize the independence of "LPR/DPR" is a blatant violation of Ukraine's territorial integrity and supports additional sanctions against Russia.
Russia creates legal basis for further armed aggression against Ukraine – Zelensky
By its decision to recognize the independence of the so-called "DPR" and "LPR," Russia creates a legal basis for further armed aggression against Ukraine.
PM of Slovenia: EU has to offer Ukraine membership perspective
Slovenia considers Russia's recognition of two self-proclaimed entities in the occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions to be a blatant violation of international law and believes that the European Union has to offer Ukraine a membership perspective.
President of NATO PA urges crippling, sustained sanctions against Russia
President of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Gerry Connolly has called on the allies to decisively condemn Russia's recognition of the self-proclaimed entities in the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine.
Time has come to impose sanctions on Russia - Kuleba
Kyiv is focused on making the necessary decisions to deter Russia and will insist on the introduction of sanctions against Russia.
Russia's attack on Ukraine's territorial integrity justifies new, severe sanctions: European Parliament President
Russia's unilateral attack on Ukraine's territorial integrity is a gross violation of international law and justifies a package of severe sanctions by the European Union.
Reznikov: Kremlin recognizes its aggression against Ukraine with decision on self-proclaimed ‘DPR/LPR’
The Kremlin recognized its aggression against Ukraine, not the self-proclaimed “DPR/LPR”
Ukraine's envoy to UN reminds Russia it's not February 2014 now
Ukraine's Permanent Representative to the UN Sergiy Kyslytsya has said that Ukraine is committed to finding a diplomatic solution to the crisis created by Russia, while reminding the Kremlin that "it is not February 2014, it is February 2022. Another country. Another army."
Australian government condemns Russia’s recognition of ‘LPR/DPR’
The Australian government condemns the recognition by Russian President Vladimir Putin of illegal entities in certain areas of the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as "independent states," according to a statement on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Australia.
Prisoner swap efforts in Donbas to proceed only through ICRC, int’l partners - Harmash
After Russia's recognition of self-proclaimed entities in the occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine, the resolution of the conflict’s humanitarian issues, including the exchange of held persons, is possible only with the participation of the Red Cross and Ukraine’s international partners.