Vast majority of Canadians back support for Ukraine in face of Russian invasion
Three-quarters of Canadians support Ukraine in the event of a Russian invasion.
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26 January 2022
U.S. takes into account Ukraine’s concerns when responding to Moscow’s demands – State Dep’t
The United States has formulated a written response to Russia's "proposals" for security guarantees in Europe, taking into account the positions of all allies and partners in Europe, including Ukraine.
Finnish Foreign Ministry: It’s Russia that must take measures to ease tensions
It is crucial that Russia itself takes steps to de-escalate the situation near the Ukrainian border.
"Don't be afraid of Internet. Let Internet be afraid of us" - Zelensky addresses Ukrainians
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has called on fellow citizens to apply critical, logical, and positive thinking when reading the news.
Ukraine will not hold any direct talks with separatists - Yermak
Ukraine will not hold any direct talks with separatists, according to Andriy Yermak, head of the Ukrainian President's Office.
Yermak meets with leaders of world Jewish organizations
On the eve of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, which is marked on January 27, Head of the Ukrainian President's Office Andriy Yermak met with leaders of world Jewish organizations, Ukrinform reports, referring to the Ukrainian president’s press service.
No breakthrough to be expected at Normandy Four, Ukraine official says
Today's meeting of advisors to the leaders of the Normandy Four (Ukraine, Germany, France, and Russia) is unlikely to yield “revolutionary” results.
Kuleba to pay two-day visit to Denmark
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba will visit Denmark on January 26-27 at the invitation of his Danish counterpart Eppe Kofod, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has said.
25 January 2022
Morawiecki sees Germany's refusal to provide weapons to Ukraine as 'big disappointment'
Russian President Vladimir Putin's "investments" in politicians and lobbyists in the West are paying off, and Berlin's refusal to provide Kyiv with weapons to protect itself from the aggressor is "a big disappointment."
NATO will continue to assist Ukraine in cyber defense - deputy secretary general
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, which has been working with Ukraine for years to increase its cyber defenses, will continue to do so in the face of growing threats from Russia.
Britain's foreign minister to visit Ukraine next week
UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss will visit Ukraine next week.
By recognizing “LPR/DPR” Russia to withdraw from Minsk accords - Reznikov
If the State Duma of Russia votes to recognize the so-called "LPR" and "DPR" as independent states, it will equal Russia's rejection of the Minsk accords.
Dutch diplomats allowed to leave Ukraine
Employees of the Dutch Embassy in Kyiv and their relatives have the right to leave Ukraine and return home amid fears of a Russian invasion.
Ukrainian parliament addresses intl organizations over Russia's military blackmail
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has addressed the United Nations, the European Parliament, governments and parliaments of foreign states, as well as parliamentary assemblies of international organizations, regarding the unacceptability of Russia using military blackmail against Ukraine to prevent it from joining the EU and NATO.
Verkhovna Rada back from vacation: 181 deputies registered in session hall
Head of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk, has opened the plenary session, the first one after the holiday period.
Kuleba: Sanctions can already be imposed on Russia over passportization in occupied territories
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba believes that Ukraine's international partners already have grounds to impose new sanctions on Russia over the illegal issuance of Russian passports to the residents of the occupied territories.
Russia betting on Ukraine’s destabilization, NSDC secretary believes
The Russian Federation seeks internal destabilization in Ukraine, so society must not panic and remain calm.
No significant increase in Russian military buildup near Ukraine borders - Danilov
The number of Russian troops on Ukraine's borders has not changed recently.
Canada advises its citizens to leave Ukraine
The Canadian Foreign Ministry has advised its citizens to leave Ukraine if their presence is not mandatory due to the threat of military action.
Zelensky to Ukrainians: Everything under control, no reason to panic
People should not be anxious as the authorities keep the situation under control so there is no reason to panic.
24 January 2022
Georgia expresses solidarity with Ukraine amid Russia’s aggressive actions
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba had a telephone conversation with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia David Zalkaliani in the context of consolidating international support for Ukraine.
Tkachenko: Kremlin propaganda should be treated as “information infection”
Ukraine needs to limit Russia's information influence as much as possible.
Yermak, Sullivan discuss security challenges around Ukraine
Head of the Ukrainian President's Office Andriy Yermak and U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan have discussed security challenges around Ukraine.
Zelensky, Michel discuss Russia’s aggression, preparation of new sanctions
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of the European Council Charles Michel discussed political and diplomatic ways to de-escalate the security situation around Ukraine and the possibility of preparing preventive sanctions.
Council of EU condemns Russia’s aggression against Ukraine
The Council of the EU has condemned Russia’s continued aggression against Ukraine.
Ukraine disappointed about Germany's decision to support Nord Stream 2 - Klitschko
Ukraine is disappointed that the German federal government supports the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko has said.
Speaker Stefanchuk: Most MPs under Russia’s sanctions
The majority of the members of the Parliament of Ukraine are on the sanctions lists of the Russian Federation.
Zelensky congratulates foreign intelligence officers on their professional holiday
Implementing an effective policy requires timely detection and neutralization of threats to Ukraine's national security, as well as prompt response to the challenges facing the state.
Canada considers sending weapons to Ukraine - media
The Canadian authorities are considering handing over weapons and military equipment to Ukraine to help the country deter Russian aggression.
Austria says disconnecting Russia from SWIFT in case of invasion not ruled out
Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg said that the European Union is working hard to develop broad economic and financial sanctions against Moscow should Russia move into Ukraine.