Ukrainian president meets with new Lithuanian defense minister
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the newly appointed Lithuanian Defense Minister, Laurynas Kasciunas, have discussed further all-round support for Ukraine.
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10 April 2024
'Primitive idea': Zelensky reacts to Trump's 'peace' plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called "very primitive" the idea by former U.S. President Donald Trump that Ukraine could swiftly end the war just by making massive territorial concessions.
EU preparing 14th package of sanctions against Russia
The European Union is preparing the 14th package of sanctions against Russia.
09 April 2024
Security agreement, accession to NATO and EU: Zhovkva holds talks with Portuguese Prime Minister's advisor
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva and Diplomatic Advisor to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Portugal, Jorge Monteiro, have discussed the conclusion of a bilateral security agreement to implement the G7 Joint Declaration of Support for Ukraine.
Chairmen of Parliaments of Ukraine, Poland and Baltic States to hold joint meeting on June 10-11
On June 10-11, Poland will host a meeting of the heads of parliaments of Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.
NSDC Secretary meets with Head of NATO Representation in Ukraine
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Oleksandr Lytvynenko discussed with the head of the NATO Representation to Ukraine Karen McTear the strengthening of cooperation and the realization of Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic aspirations.
Government approves several staff replacements
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved decisions on several staff replacements.
Bulgaria's new defense minister calls for expediting military assistance to Ukraine
The newly appointed acting Defense Minister of Bulgaria, Atanas Zapryanov, has stated that military assistance to Ukraine will be expedited.
Zhovkva, Italian Foreign Ministry’s ambassador-at-large discuss implementation of security agreement
Deputy Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Ihor Zhovkva and Ambassador-at-Large of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Commissioner for the Preparation of the Ukraine Recovery Conference Davide La Cecilia have discussed the implementation of the security agreement.
Macron and Sunak discuss strengthening support for Ukraine
On Monday, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and French President Emmanuel Macron held a video conference during which they agreed to increase supplies of ammunition to Ukraine and discussed other priorities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the coming months.
China denies supporting Russia's war, says proper export control in place
Beijing has denied reports that China is providing military support to Russia for its war campaign against Ukraine.
08 April 2024
West needs to find “streams that flow into a river” – Finland’s President on aid to Ukraine
Western democracies should find various streams to help Ukraine and they can be both bilateral and multilateral.
UK’s top diplomat to warn U.S. against further blocking aid to Ukraine
During a visit to Washington, British Foreign Minister David Cameron will warn that the U.S. is risking the security of the West by holding up a new aid package to Ukraine.
Canada filling the gap in support for Ukraine amid drop in U.S. aid - Freeland
Canada has increased its support to Ukraine amid delays in the approval of a new aid package by the U.S. Congress.
07 April 2024
More effort needed to keep Ukraine in international focus - Zelensky
Ukraine is actively preparing for the annual summit of its UNITED24 charitable platform but much more effort is required to ensure that Ukraine remains in the international spotlight.
U.S. Congress infected by Russian propaganda - intel committee chair
Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, Mike Turner, believes Russian propaganda has made its way into the U.S. legislature as members of Congress are spreading false messages about the war unleashed by Russia.
Israel withdraws some troops from Gaza Strip - Reuters
The Israeli Defense Forces announced the withdrawal of its ground troops from the southern Gaza Strip, with the exception of one brigade.
Putin will end war when he realizes he can't win it - Scholz
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz urged continued Western support for Ukraine in its war with Russia, saying that Germany would not let up in its efforts to back Kyiv.
Stoltenberg expects NATO to agree long-term funding deal for Ukraine by July
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said he is confident that NATO will agree a long-term funding deal for Ukraine by July, ahead of the Washington summit.
06 April 2024
U.S. envoy: “There is not a second to lose to support Ukraine”
U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink, commenting on Russia's overnight attack on Kharkiv, called for continued support for Ukraine.
Finland’s President on border situation: Putin uses people as war tool
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stands with the decision to close the border with Russia as a right move because Russia exploits migrants as a tool in their war.
05 April 2024
Leader of Dutch far-right PVV abandons idea of leaving EU - Bloomberg
The leader of the Dutch far-right PVV (Freedom Party) Geert Wilders, whose party won the early parliamentary elections in the Netherlands, has abandoned the idea of leaving the European Union and instead intends to promote the country's interests in the community.
Norway to double defense spending by 2036
Norway plans to double its defense spending over the next 12 years as the country seeks to adapt to threats from neighboring Russia.
Lithuanian delegation visits Kherson
Kherson was visited by a Lithuanian delegation, including parliamentarians and manufacturers of unmanned aerial vehicles.
Zelensky enacts NSDC decision on sanctions against 86 legal entities, seven individuals
President Volodymyr Zelensky has enacted the decision of the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) of Ukraine to impose personal sanctions against 86 legal entities and seven individuals, including foreign nationals.
Shmyhal begins visit to Lithuania, meets with Šimonytė
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal has begun a visit to Lithuania and met with his Lithuanian counterpart Ingrida Šimonytė.
New Portuguese government supports Ukraine's accession to European Union
The new government of Portugal, headed by Luís Montenegro, supports Ukraine's accession to the EU.
U.S., allies to double down on efforts to find necessary capabilities for Ukraine - Blinken
The United States, together with its allies and partners, intends to double down on the efforts to provide Ukraine with support the nation in repelling Russian armed aggression, as well as strengthening its defense potential in the future.
04 April 2024
Ukraine, Lithuania hold talks on bilateral security agreement
Ukraine and Lithuania have set out key points and agreed on a schedule for the preparation of a bilateral security agreement.
Blinken: Our goal at summit is to help Ukraine build bridge to NATO membership
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that Ukraine will eventually join NATO as support for Kyiv from NATO member states remains "rock solid."