Britain vows GBP 1B to support Ukraine - Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has said the United Kingdom will allocate GBP 1 billion in a bid to support the country.
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09 December 2021
Kuleba meets with British MPs
Members of the British Parliament are ready to stand with Ukraine to deter Russia from further aggression.
U.S. completing delivery of additional security aid to Ukraine - Pentagon
The American government has prepared and is ready to send to Ukraine as early as this week the last batch of a $60 million-worth security assistance package President Joe Biden approved in September this year.
Germany's new chancellor: We want everyone to respect integrity of borders
Germany's new chancellor, Olaf Scholz, stressed that the integrity of borders remains the most important principle for maintaining security in Europe.
Ukraine, Croatia sign five documents
At the conclusion of the visit of Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenković to Kyiv, five joint documents were signed.
Blinken briefs Stoltenberg on Biden-Putin call
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg have discussed the results of talks between U.S. President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to the U.S. Department of State.
08 December 2021
Zelensky hopes Trilateral Contact Group will agree on truce, prisoner swap
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he hopes that the Trilateral Contact Group at its meeting today will make progress on a ceasefire in eastern Ukraine, a detainee exchange and the opening of entry-exit crossing points.
MH17 trial: Russia refuses request to interview Kursk brigade commander in court
The District Court of The Hague says that Russia refused the request to interview Sergei Muchkayev, the commander of the 53rd Anti-Aircraft Missile Brigade stationed in Kursk.
Ukraine opens honorary consulate in Turkey
Ukraine has opened its honorary consulate in the western Turkish province of Kutahya, the Ukrainian Embassy in Turkey has said on Facebook.
Zelensky sees Biden-Putin call as positive step
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine welcomes the latest call between U.S. and Russian Presidents, Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin, adding he will be able to provide detailed comments after he speaks with the U.S. leader on Thursday.
Ukraine, Croatia sign declaration on European prospects
Ukraine and Croatia have signed a declaration on Ukraine's European prospects.
Kuleba sees Biden-Putin summit as step towards deterrence, de-escalation
Talks between U.S. President Joe Biden and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin are contributing to "deterrence and de-escalation."
NATO expert: Safe and democratic Ukraine key to Euro-Atlantic security
The main goal of strategic communications is successful and prosperous Ukraine, since safe and democratic Ukraine is a key to Euro-Atlantic security.
Zelensky hopes for constructive dialogue with Scholz, new German government
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky looks forward to maintaining a constructive dialogue with Olaf Scholz and the new German government.
Ukrainian, Croatian PMs discuss cooperation in trade, tourism, digitalization
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and his Croatian counterpart Andrej Plenkovic have discussed the deepening of cooperation in the trade, economic, tourism, digitalization and education spheres, according to the Ukrainian government's website.
Venice Commission to consider bill on oligarchs in Jan - MP
The European Commission for Democracy through Law (the Venice Commission) will consider issuing an opinion on the law limiting the influence of oligarchs at its plenary session in the second half of January 2022.
Kuleba to make two-day visit to Britain
On December 8-9, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba will make a visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the invitation of Liz Truss, UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Affairs.
Stefanchuk on Ukrainian-Polish relations: We must build our future pragmatically
Relations between Ukraine and Poland can be improved in the economic and infrastructural spheres, while historical issues must be settled through the prism of building a pragmatic future.
Macron to talk to Zelensky and Putin - Elysee Palace
French President Emmanuel Macron plans to hold a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Volodymyr Putin in the coming days, according to BFM TV.
Stefanchuk underscores importance of Lublin Triangle
The era of large associations is passing away, so now we need to pay more attention to interstate regional entities that have many common interests, such as the Lublin Triangle (Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania).
Biden to talk to Zelensky on Thursday - White House
U.S. President Joe Biden plans to call Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday, December 9, to discuss, among other things, the results of his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
New sanctions will isolate Russia in event of any further aggression against Ukraine - Nuland
New sanctions against Russia, in the event of its further aggression against Ukraine, will be extremely significant and isolating for Russia.
07 December 2021
Biden warns Putin of strong economic and other measures - White House
U.S. President Joe Biden has warned his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin that the United States and its allies will respond with "strong economic and other measures" in the event of military escalation by Russia.
Dzheppar: Russia currently promoting three disinformation narratives about Ukraine
Russia is currently promoting three main disinformation narratives about Ukraine in various formats and through various channels.
Hybrid war to remain NATO’s main challenge for next 10 years - Stefanishyna
Eight years of Russia’s armed aggression on the territory of Ukraine, along with the efforts to repel hybrid war, have contributed to NATO reviewing its collective security system.
Stefanchuk signs law allocating UAH 8B to vaccinated Ukrainians
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk has signed a law providing for the allocation of UAH 8 billion from Ukraine's state budget for 2021 to pay UAH 1,000 to every Ukrainian who was fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the parliament's website.
Leaders of five countries make statement in support of Ukraine
The leaders of the countries of Quint format – Germany, the United States, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom – have expressed strong support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
NATO defense chiefs discuss situation around Ukraine in broader context
NATO Chiefs of Defense held a virtual meeting on Monday to discuss the security challenges facing the Alliance, including the situation resulting from Russia's military buildup around Ukraine and the wider implications of such actions.
NATO should deploy troops in Ukraine on rotational basis to deter Russia - Bolton
The United States and other NATO Allies should deploy troops in Ukraine on a rotational basis to deter Russia from further aggression against Ukraine.
Ambassador: China respects Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity
China respects the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Ukraine and supports the path of development chosen by the Ukrainian people.