Pope Francis plans to send delegations to Ukraine, Russia to end war
Pope Francis hopes to send personal delegations to the Ukrainian and Russian presidents to mediate a ceasefire.
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French ambassador visits Sloviansk and Kramatorsk
Ambassador of France to Ukraine Etienne de Poncins has visited Sloviansk and Kramatorsk in Donetsk region.
Japan, U.S. leaders agree to continue sanctions against Russia and support Ukraine
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and U.S. President Joe Biden have agreed to continue sanctions against Russia and support of Ukraine.
U.S. Deputy Secretary Richard Verma meets with ministers, diplomats in Ukraine
United States Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma has arrived in Ukraine and met with the representatives of the Ukrainian government.
Zelensky may attend G7 summit in Hiroshima depending on battlefield situation - Zhovkva
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky may attend the G7 summit in Hiroshima, which will begin on Thursday, if the situation on the battlefield allows.
CoE to help punish those responsible for deportation of Ukrainian children to Russia
The heads of state and government of 46 member countries of the Council of Europe have adopted the "Declaration on the situation of the children in Ukraine" in which, in particular, they pledged to work on the immediate return of children taken to Russia and on the punishment of those guilty of crimes against minors.
In Germany, creation of Registry of Damages described as important foundation for reconstruction of Ukraine
In Germany, the creation of the Registry of Damages caused to Ukraine by Russia's aggression is being welcomed.
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President thanks Korea, France, Estonia for supporting Ukraine and condemning Russian aggression
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky considers the visit of the Ukrainian delegation to the Republic of Korea successful.
Shmyhal meets with leaders of more than 30 countries and organizations on CoE Summit sidelines
Within the framework of the Council of Europe Summit in Reykjavik, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal held meetings with the leaders of more than 30 countries and organizations to consolidate efforts for the victory of Ukraine.
Council of Europe summit calls on Russia to withdraw its troops from Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia
The heads of state and government of 46 member countries of the Council of Europe have called on Russia to immediately and unconditionally withdraw all its troops from Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova.
China's special envoy meets with Ukraine's foreign minister
China's special envoy Li Hui has paid a visit to Ukraine and met with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba.
Shmyhal, Pejcinovic Buric discuss steps necessary for Ukraine's victory
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Secretary General of the Council of Europe Marija Pejcinovic Buric have discussed in Reykjavik further steps that need to be taken for Ukraine's victory.
Prime Minister of Albania: It is thanks to Ukraine that we owe our protection
European countries should be grateful to Ukraine, not the other way around, considering what the Ukrainian people are currently doing for Europe.
Shmyhal meets with US ambassador to UN, thanks for air defense systems
Ukraine is counting on further close cooperation with the United States to strengthen security and Ukraine’s future victory.
President of Latvia calls for creation of "Putin-style" tribunal at Council of Europe summit
There are no legal obstacles to the creation of a Special Tribunal regarding Russia's aggression against Ukraine, only political will is needed.
Russia’s war is an attack against founding principles of the Council of Europe - von der Leyen
By launching a brutal war of aggression against Ukraine, Russia refuses to recognise the democratic right of Ukrainians to choose their own future, and it will to be held accountable for crimes committed in Ukraine.
Russia's decision to attack Ukraine turned our world upside down – Hungarian president
President of Hungary Katalin Novak condemned "Russia's insane decision of attacking Ukraine" and emphasized the need to punish all those involved in war crimes in Ukraine.
Referendum on Tatarstan sovereignty held in 1992 “legitimate and still valid” - government in exile
Aida Abdrakhmanova, Deputy Prime Minister of the Government of Independent Tatarstan for National and Religious Affairs, noted that the referendum on the sovereignty of Tatarstan, held on March 21, 1992, was legitimate, being at the core of the fight for Tatarstan's independence.
Council of Europe plays “leading role” in bringing Russian aggressor to justice - PM Shmyhal
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Council of Europe has been a leader in immediately condemning the brutal and unprovoked Russian aggression, and continues to play a leading role in holding the aggressor state accountable as the latter must also compensate for all the damage caused to Ukraine.
Fight against corruption sign of Ukraine's focus on future - British ambassador
British Ambassador Melinda Simmons considers billboards warning against corruption in wartime to be a sign of Ukraine's focus on the future.
Armenia cannot afford to be sanctioned over cooperation with Russia - PM Pashinyan
The Head of the Armenian Government, Nikol Pashinyan, said his country could not afford to fall under international sanctions due to its cooperation with the Russian Federation.
Crimea Tatars’ Dzhemilev: “No other way” to liberate Crimea but by force
The Russian Federation has shut down all avenues for negotiations so now there is no other way to liberate Crimea, except a military one.
Shmyhal in Reykjavik: All Russian war criminals will be brought to justice
The European Council is taking the first step towards holding Russian politicians and military personnel who have committed crimes against Ukraine to account.
President Zelensky's speech at opening of Council of Europe summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made an address at the opening of the 4th Council of Europe summit in Reykjavik.
President Zelensky's speech at Council of Europe summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made an address at the opening of the 4th Council of Europe summit in Reykjavik.
Blinken says U.S. won't rule out labeling Russia a state sponsor of terrorism
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the Department of State would not rule out designating Russia a state sponsor of terrorism for its accused atrocities in Ukraine.
G7 countries preparing to further isolate Russia, weaken its ability to wage war - White House
Concrete steps will be taken at the G7 summit in Japan this week to further isolate Russia.
Ukraine officially joins NATO Cooperative Cyber Defense Centre of Excellence
Ukraine has officially joined the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defense Centre of Excellence.
Russia’s malign operations similar to Baltic Platform “systematic” - Lithuanian MEP
The Russians systematically run influence operations similar to the Baltic Platform in various parts of the world, aimed at the infiltration of their assets, forming a certain public opinion, and influencing political decision-making. Such operations must be disclosed and stopped, and a strategy of "zero contact" is necessary in relations with the Russian Federation.