South Korea at Peace Summit commits to continue supporting Ukraine
At the Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, South Korea expressed readiness to continue providing aid to war-torn Ukraine.
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17 June 2024
Two signatures go missing from communique inked at Peace Summit
The list of nations that supported the joint communiqué of the inaugural Summit on Peace in Ukraine decreased from 80 to 78.
16 June 2024
Some countries fail to sign Peace Summit communiqué for various reasons - Zhovkva
The signing of a final communiqué of the Peace Summit requires certain procedures in some countries, while in some other countries - representatives must first consult with their leaders.
Next Peace Summit may be held before US presidential election - Swiss foreign minister
A follow-up summit on peace in Ukraine may be held before the U.S. presidential election.
Swiss president on Peace Summit outcomes: Good result
More than 80 of the 90 states present at the Peace Summit signed or co-authored the joint communiqué, which is a good result.
President: Communiqué on results of Peace Summit open for accession
President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope that more countries would join the joint communiqué on the foundations of peace.
Zelensky: Ukraine never said that China is our enemy - it could help us
Ukraine has always respected and respects the territorial integrity and sovereignty of China and would like China to do the same about our country.
President Zelensky: Second Peace Summit in Saudi Arabia under discussion
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that the issue of holding the second Global Peace Summit in Saudi Arabia is being discussed.
Zelensky discusses implementation of Peace Formula with President of Ghana
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with President of Ghana Nana Akufo-Addo at the International Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Chilean president says Russia's abduction of Ukrainian children unacceptable
Chilean President Gabriel Boric has stressed the need for urgent measures to protect civilians during the war and the unacceptability of Russia's actions regarding the abduction of Ukrainian children.
UN supports all initiatives for just peace in Ukraine - Under-Secretary-General
The United Nations supports all initiatives aimed at establishing a just and lasting peace in Ukraine that are based on the UN Charter, international law and relevant resolutions of the UN General Assembly.
All Peace Summit participants supported Ukraine's territorial integrity - Zelensky
All participants in the Global Peace Summit have supported Ukraine's territorial integrity.
Putin's vision of 'peace' defies UN Charter and common sense - Sullivan
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's vision of peace, which involves the occupation of Ukrainian regions and the country's vulnerability to future aggression, defies the UN charter, basic morality and basic common sense.
Ecumenical Patriarch at peace summit in Switzerland: Our common duty is to defend peace
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew has said that maintaining peace is a common duty and mission.
Joint communique approved at Peace Summit in Switzerland
The participants in the first Peace Summit in Burgenstock have approved a joint communique.
Sweden wants peace that does not embolden imperialistic Russia – deputy PM
Sweden wants peace that does not embolden an imperialistic Russia.
Irish PM: Ukraine holds the same right to territorial integrity and sovereignty as the rest of us
Ukraine has the same right to its territorial integrity and independence as all other countries in the world. Therefore, it is unacceptable to apply double standards when it comes to accountability for violations of international law.
Zelensky, Christodoulides discuss talks on Ukraine's accession to EU
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides have discussed the expected decisions regarding the approval of the negotiating framework and the start of talks on Ukraine's accession to the European Union in June.
Second Ukraine peace conference may take place in a year or two – Latvian president
Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics predicts that the second international conference on finding ways to bring about peace in Ukraine may take place in a year or two.
Zelensky, Denmark PM discuss preparations for transfer of F-16s to Ukraine
As part of the Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen.
Peace in Ukraine does not mean surrender - Meloni
The peace summit in Switzerland provides a good basis for the international community to agree on a vision of the minimum conditions for a peaceful settlement in Ukraine, but at the same time, peace in Ukraine does not mean surrender, as Russian President Vladimir Putin imagines.
Kuleba: We will not let Russia use language of ultimatums
Ukraine understands that someday it will be necessary to hold talks with Russia on ending the war, but it will not allow Russia to use the language of ultimatums.
International law, UN Charter must serve as foundation for just peace in Ukraine – Zelensky
The Global Peace Summit participants reaffirm that International Law and the UN Charter must be the basis for establishing a just peace in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated.
Zelensky discusses food security with Côte d'Ivoire president
On the sidelines of the Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with President of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire Alassane Ouattara.
Ukraine, Palau establish diplomatic relations
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba and Director of Bureau of Domestic Affairs of the Republic of Palau Eunice Akiwo have signed a joint communiqué on the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Zelensky discusses environmental security with Palau president
The first high-level meeting between President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Palau Surangel Whipps, Jr. took place at the International Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Czech MFA: Summit in Switzerland is a strong support for Ukraine's peace plan, not a discussion of peace
The Peace Summit in Switzerland is a strong support for Ukraine's peace plan but support with weapons remains necessary.
Zelensky: Unity of states at Peace Summit proves that idea of international law is effective
The unity of state leaders at the International Peace Summit proves that the idea of international law remains alive and effective.
Argentina aware of value of peace, offers full support for Ukraine - Milei
Argentina's President Javier Milei called his participation in the Global Peace Summit part of "big changes" in his country, stressing that under his leadership it is returning to the civilized world.
Finland's president calls on China to influence Putin
Finnish President Alexander Stubb believes that China can play a key role in bringing about peace in Ukraine.