Türkiye to revisit discussion of Sweden's NATO bid in June - presidential spox
In the first half of June, Türkiye and Sweden will hold the next round of talks regarding the approval of Sweden's application to join NATO.
Politics
06 April 2023
China's support for Russia's war: State Department says U.S., France share common position
The United States and France share concerns regarding China's position that poses a challenge to the international order, including by providing some support for Russia's policy.
EU's von der Leyen calls on China to help establish a just peace in Ukraine
The President of the European Commission called on Chinese President Xi Jinping to help establish a just peace in Ukraine. Ursula von der Leyen said that China, as a permanent member of the UN Security Council, has a special responsibility to uphold the basic principles of the UN Charter.
Russia to try eliminate Zelensky politically - NSDC secretary
The Russian Federation failed to physically eliminate President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky so now the aggressor state will try to eliminate him politically.
Türkiye completes laying of Black Sea gas pipe
Türkiye has completed the laying of a pipeline from the Sakarya gas field in the Black Sea to an onshore point. Gas supplies are set to launch on April 20.
Swedish prosecutors unveil version of Nord Stream blasts
Swedish Prosecutor's Office, which is investigating the blast at the Nord Stream pipeline connecting Russia and Germany via the Baltic Sea, announced its main version of the incident. Prosecutors say a state-sponsored group is behind the explosion.
Oleksiy Danilov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine
The world is now like a theater of absurdity – a terrorist state presides over the UN Security Council
Ukraine official names prerequisite for talks with Russia
Ukraine may look into starting negotiations with the aggressor power only if Russia withdraws all its troops from the Ukrainian territories within internationally recognized borders as of 1991.
China agrees nuclear arms must be off table in "conflict in Ukraine" - Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron said he had discussed during today’s meeting with China’s leader Xi Jinping the "war in Ukraine," agreeing that nuclear weapons should be excluded from the conflict.
China learning from Russia's war in Ukraine, which could be a sign of potential actions against Taiwan – FBI director
China is learning from the Russian-Ukrainian war, which could serve as a clue to potential future actions against Taiwan.
Lithuania's parliament adopts resolution inviting Ukraine to NATO
The Lithuanian parliament, the Seimas, has a resolution anchoring Lithuania's aspiration for the upcoming NATO summit in Vilnius, including an official invitation for Ukraine to join the alliance.
Macron urges Xi to reason with Russia for peace in Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron urged China's Xi Jinping on Thursday to reason with close ally Russia and help end the Ukraine war.
Work on Russia's exclusion from BSEC ongoing – Ukraine's envoy
Russia is as isolated as possible in the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Organization (BSEC) and work is ongoing on the exclusion of the aggressor country from this organization.
Freedom of Ukraine, Poland to help freedom prevail in Moldova, come to Belarus - Zelensky
The freedom of Ukraine and Poland guarantees freedom for neighboring countries, and the more freedom, the more guarantees that the enemy will bear just responsibility.
UK’s Cleverly urges focus on defending Ukraine before eyeing NATO bid
British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly reaffirmed NATO's promise for Ukraine to one day become a member of the alliance but today, main focus should be on strengthening the nation’s defense capabilities, he believes.
World must demand withdrawal of Russian troops from all of Ukraine - Duda
Only Ukraine will determine its future and the terms of peace with Russia, and the world meanwhile should voice a single call to the Kremlin – to withdraw Russian troops from the entire Ukrainian territory.
05 April 2023
Russia cannot win in Europe when a Ukrainian and a Pole stand side by side – Zelensky
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has delivered a speech before the deputies of both chambers of the National Assembly, representatives of the public of Ukraine and Poland on Royal Castle Square in Warsaw.
Forty-nine countries condemn Russia’s abuse of powers as UNSC permanent member
Forty-nine countries and the European Union have condemned Russia for the abuse of powers and privileges as a Permanent Member of the United Nations Security Council to spread disinformation about its widespread abduction and unlawful forced deportation of thousands of Ukrainian children.
NATO's door remains open for Ukraine, but it needs help to defeat aggressor - Blinken
Ukraine has every prospect of becoming a member of the North Atlantic Alliance, but now NATO is focused on helping the country to defend itself against the Russian aggression and retake more of its territory, as well as to bring Ukraine up to Alliance standards.
President Zelensky delivers speech at Royal Castle in Warsaw
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has addressed the Ukrainian and Polish communities on Royal Castle Square in Warsaw.
Stoltenberg outlines two basic requirements for Ukraine's membership in NATO
In order to become a member of the North Atlantic Alliance, Ukraine must win the war as a sovereign, independent state, as well as make a successful transition from Soviet doctrines and standards to Western ones, which is included in a multi-year assistance program.
Ukraine's victory is in shared security interests of NATO and partners - Stoltenberg
The Russian aggression against Ukraine is aimed at destroying the rules-based international order, and Ukraine's victory in this war is in the interests of NATO and its security partners.
Zelensky, Duda discuss strengthening Ukraine's Armed Forces
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his Polish counterpart Andrzej Duda have discussed possibilities for the further strengthening of the Ukrainian army's capabilities.
Poland working to get security guarantees for Ukraine at NATO summit - Duda
Poland is trying to get additional security guarantees for Ukraine at the upcoming NATO summit in Vilnius this July.
It is not in China's interest to provide weapons to Russia in its war against Ukraine - Macron
Every country which provides assistance to Russia in its war against Ukraine becomes an accomplice to aggression and a violator of international law. It is not in China's interest.
Zelensky: Ukraine will be uncompromising on NATO membership
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine will not support any compromises on its road to NATO membership.
NATO will start working on multi-year assistance program for Ukraine - Stoltenberg
NATO will start working on a multi-year assistance program for Ukraine.
Zelensky thanks Duda, Poles for standing shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Polish President Andrzej Duda and every Pole for what they have done for Ukrainians.
Zelensky, Duda meet in Warsaw
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska have arrived at the Presidential Palace in Warsaw.