World needs peace, but not at expense of Ukraine's surrender - Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has said that the world needs lasting peace, rather than the surrender of Ukraine, and called the Russian regime imperialist and revisionist.
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15 June 2024
Prime Minister: Croatia will never advocate peace talks where Ukraine should capitulate
Croatia is ready to advocate only talks on peace in Ukraine that do not require Kyiv to capitulate and get rid of its territories.
Putin's 'peace proposals' look more like propaganda than real steps - Meloni
Russian leader Vladimir Putin's proposals for "peace talks" look more like propaganda than real steps.
European Council president: It is up to Ukraine to decide when dialogue with Russia may be possible
Any future dialogue with Russia must be based on international law, as well as on Ukraine's right to decide when this may be possible.
Kenyan president: Russia's aggression against Ukraine unjustified, but Moscow must be at negotiating table
Kenya thinks Russia's aggression against Ukraine is unjust and unjustified, but Moscow should be involved in the negotiations.
Spain to continue to support Ukraine for as long as necessary - PM Sanchez
Spain will continue to support Ukraine in its fight against Putin's aggression for as long as necessary.
Putin not interested in genuine peace - Sunak
Russian leader Vladimir Putin is not interested in genuine peace, which is why he launched a long diplomatic campaign against the Peace Summit.
Von der Leyen at peace summit: Freezing conflict in Ukraine will only lead to new war
Any freezing of the conflict in Ukraine will not lead to peace, but will become a prerequisite for a new war of aggression. That is why Ukraine needs a comprehensive and lasting peace in compliance with the principles of the UN Charter, which are important for all countries of the world.
Peace should be based on territorial integrity of Ukraine - Sandu
Moldova will make efforts to restore peace in Ukraine based on the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine.
President of Switzerland: Summit to form basis for just peace
The summit in Burgenstock will not reach a final agreement on ending the war in Ukraine but aims to create the basis for a just and lasting peace.
Zelensky thanks Patriarch Bartholomew for helping return Ukrainian children
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the sidelines of the Global Peace Summit and thanked him for his support in the return of Ukrainian children and the exchange of prisoners of war.
Scholz on Putin's proposals for Ukraine ceasefire: "unserious"
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's proposals regarding the terms of peace in Ukraine "unserious" and aimed at distracting public focus from the Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Scholz explains delay in adopting next package of Russia sanctions
The new package of sanctions against Russia has not been blocked by Germany, and discussions of its details are still ongoing.
Zelensky discusses bilateral cooperation, security challenges with Georgia’s president
On the sidelines of the inaugural Peace Summit, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili.
Supporting Ukraine in line with U.S. strategic interests - Vice President Harris
Strong support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression corresponds to the national interests pursued by the United States.
Ukraine, Chile presidents discuss further steps to implement Peace Formula
On the sidelines of the inaugural Peace Summit, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Chile Gabriel Boric have discussed further steps to implement the Peace Formula.
Yermak: There will be no compromise on Ukraine's territorial integrity
Ukraine will not make any compromise regarding its independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity on the road to peace.
Georgian president congratulates Ukraine, Moldova on start of EU membership talks
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has congratulated Ukraine and Moldova on the start of EU accession negotiations.
World should prepare ground for Ukraine-Russia peace talks – Swiss president
The war is gradually moving beyond Ukraine's borders, therefore achieving a just peace in Ukraine as soon as possible and returning to international law is in the interests of all.
Peace formula is basis but Ukraine is open to considering other ideas - Yermak
President Zelensky's Peace Formula should become the basis for ending the Russian war. However, Ukraine is open to any other ideas and proposals if they respect Ukraine's independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty.
All parts of world represented at summit – Zelensky
Ukraine has brought 101 countries and international organizations together at the inaugural Peace Summit, which started in Switzerland. All parts of the world and continents are represented at the Summit.
Zelensky: 100 states and international organizations registered for Peace Summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that 100 states and international organizations from all continents and all parts of the world have registered to take part in the Global Peace Summit hosted by Switzerland this weekend.
Putin must be put in his place by all possible means - Zelensky
Russian leader Vladimir Putin must be put in his place by all possible means, including by strengthening Ukraine, powerful sanctions, and political isolation, because his policy is a Hitler-like policy.
IAEA chief not to attend Ukraine peace summit
IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi will not participate directly in the first Peace Summit, which starts on Saturday in Burgenstock, Switzerland, because he does not want to mix political aspects with the technical work of the UN's nuclear watchdog.
Zelensky on Summit: Path to peace long because we dealing with terrorists
The path to peace is long because Ukraine is dealing with terrorists and must follow the right path based on the UN Charter and international law.
Global Peace Summit starts in Switzerland today
On Saturday, the first Peace Summit will officially start in the Swiss resort of Burgenstock with 100 delegations participating - 92 countries and 8 international organizations.
14 June 2024
EU ambassadors agree on negotiation framework for accession of Ukraine and Moldova
On Friday, the countries of the European Union agreed in principle at the level of permanent representatives on the framework of negotiations on the accession of Ukraine and Moldova to the EU.
100 countries to attend Global Peace Summit in Switzerland
This weekend's Global Peace Summit in Switzerland will bring together 100 countries, including 57 heads of state and government from around the world.
Black Sea Security Forum kicks off in Odesa
The Black Sea Security Forum is being held in Odesa on June 14-16 to discuss the security situation in the Black Sea region, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.
Zelensky arrives in Switzerland for Global Peace Summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Switzerland for the Global Peace Summit.