Scholz’s call with Putin benefits both - media
The phone conversation between German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin has certain bonuses for both, but Putin benefited more.
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16 November 2024
Zelensky thanks G7 leaders for support, calls for decisive action
President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, thanked the leaders of the Group of Seven for their unwavering support for Ukraine, and urged them not to tolerate aggression and violations of the international order.
Zelensky thanks Japan for $3B as part of G7 initiative
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude to Japan for allocating $3 billion within the framework of the decision adopted by the Group of Seven countries regarding the loan, which will be repaid at the expense of revenues from frozen Russian assets.
Ukraine, Japan sign agreement on information security
Ukraine and Japan have signed an agreement on information security.
President outlines one of Resilience Plan’s points
As part of the development of Ukraine's Resilience Plan, President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting dedicated to one of its points - the Heroes Policy.
Zelensky, Japan’s FM discuss threats from Russia's cooperation with North Korea and sanctions
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Foreign Minister of Japan Takeshi Iwaya discussed the strengthening of sanctions against Russia and the threats posed by North Korea's cooperation with Russia.
Ukraine, Japan agree to tighten sanctions pressure on Russia
Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Japan Andrii Sybiha and Takeshi Iwaya have agreed to increase sanctions pressure on Russia and work on further visa liberalization.
Japan’s FM visits memorial to victims of Russian occupation in Bucha
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya has visited the memorial to the victims of the Russian occupation in Bucha, Kyiv region.
G7 leaders reaffirm unwavering support for Ukraine for as long as it takes
The Group of Seven (G7) countries stand united with Ukraine and will continue to provide Ukraine with the necessary assistance and support to defend itself against Russian aggression for as long as it takes.
Japan, Ukraine agree to strengthen security cooperation amid DPRK troops' involvement in war
Japan and Ukraine have agreed to hold a bilateral security dialogue involving the ministries of foreign affairs and defense amid North Korea's deployment of troops in Russia.
Zelensky on further help from partners: сritical to preserve unity between Europe, U.S.
Further assistance to Ukraine from international partners depends on whether it is possible to maintain unity between Europe and the new U.S. administration on this issue.
Zelensky says Ukraine receives only half of pledged aid from U.S.
Ukraine receives less than half of the $175 billion worth of security assistance vowed by the United States for the fight against Russian aggression.
U.S. preparing to simultaneously deter nuclear threats from DPRK, China, Russia - Pentagon
The United States plans to build up its nuclear deterrence capabilities and be able to simultaneously deter multiple adversaries that have their own nuclear arms, including North Korea, China, and Russia.
Zelensky names conditions for talks with Russia
Peace negotiations between Ukraine and the Russian Federation are possible only under the conditions where Ukraine is strong and not alone standing against Russia so international support, including from the U.S., is critical.
By halting gas supplies to Austria, Russia once again weaponizes energy - Ukraine’s foreign minister
Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha of Ukraine commented on the termination of gas supplies to Austria by Russia's Gazprom.
War to end not in abstract way but no exact date clear yet - President
The war with Russia will be over after the new presidential administration takes office in the U.S.
Ukraine’s surrender only thing Putin wants to negotiate – Zelensky
It is beneficial for Vladimir Putin to negotiate only on certain capitulation conditions on Ukraine’s part but no one will allow this to happen.
Korean president calls on Xi Jinping to help stop DPRK's military cooperation with Russia
Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol asked Chinese President Xi Jinping to help stop the DPRK's provocations, Pyongyang's deepening military cooperation with Moscow, and North Korea's support for Russia's war against Ukraine.
United States, South Korea, and Japan support Ukraine as it exercises its inherent right to self-defense
The United States, the Republic of Korea, and Japan strongly condemn the violation of numerous UN Security Council resolutions by Russia and the DPRK and remain resolute in supporting Ukraine as it exercises its inherent right to self-defense in accordance with Article 51 of the UN Charter.
Italian FM reaffirms support for Ukraine ahead of G7 foreign ministers’ meeting
Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Antonio Tajani has reaffirmed the Italian government's full support for Ukraine ahead of the G7 foreign ministers' meeting in his country.
Japan top diplomat makes unannounced visit to Ukraine
Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya has arrived in Ukraine on an unannounced visit.
15 November 2024
Biden to use all previously approved funds to assist Ukraine before Trump takes office – Blinken
The Biden administration is determined to disburse all previously approved funds to assist Ukraine before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
Umerov meets with Norwegian MPs to discuss Ukraine's path to NATO
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and representatives of the Norwegian Parliament's Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defense discussed steps to bring Ukraine closer to NATO and further support for the Ukrainian defense industry.
Talks with Putin only give him hope for weakening of international isolation - MFA Ukraine spox
Talks with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin as such add no value to achieving a just peace.
Scholz spoke with Macron ahead of call with Putin, giving no details - media
French President Emmanuel Macron was aware that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz intended to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but his messages were not coordinated.
Zelensky on Scholz’s call with Putin: There will be no Minsk-3, what we need is real peace
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine, commenting on German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, said there would not be a Minsk-3 deal because Ukraine needs real peace.
Zelensky believes war to end sooner under Trump administration
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine says there has been some constructive interaction with the U.S. President-elect, Donald Trump, and the Ukrainian side had the opportunity to state its position on the vision of peace in a reasoned manner.
Ukraine’s defense chief, Norway’s top diplomat talk security situation, aid prospects
Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway Espen Barth Eide regarding the current security situation and prospects for further assistance to Ukraine.
Explaining: Peace through strength; second tranche of EU aid, UNESCO anniversary
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine.
Stefanchuk, Verma discuss long-range weapons, strengthening Ukraine's air defenses
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma have underscored the need to expedite the delivery of announced military aid to Ukraine.