Zelenska meets with Blinken in Washington, holds talks with USAID
The wife of the President of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, began her visit to Washington at the invitation of U.S. First Lady Jill Biden.
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18 July 2022
Kuleba on foreign military aid: HIMARS, howitzers, tanks coming in, more to come
The main problem with arms supplies is their schedule, because had Ukraine received more 155mm artillery and MLR systems in time, Lysychansk and Siverodonetsk would have remained under Kyiv’s control.
EU to step up response to disinformation
The Council of the EU has approved conclusions stepping up the bloc's engagement and ability to respond to foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI).
Latvia says Ukraine's interests, security must be taken into account when discussing grain exports
When resuming the export of Ukrainian grain, it is necessary to take into account the interests and security considerations of Ukraine.
Kuleba on unblocking of seaports: We will not agree to any solution that could leave Russia any chance to attack
Ukraine will not agree to any decision regarding the unblocking of Ukrainian seaports, which would leave any loophole for Russia to go for a frontal attack.
Kuleba: Ukraine will sever diplomatic relations with Belarus if its troops cross border
Ukraine will sever diplomatic relations with Belarus if its armed forces cross the Ukrainian border.
Ukraine demands Russia adhere to Geneva Convention on Prisoners of War
Ukraine condemns the illegal treatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian Federation, in particular use of them for its own political purposes.
No peace talks underway due to Russia's fault - Kuleba
Russia has not abandoned the ultimate goal of the war it started, which is the destruction of Ukraine, so no peace negotiations are currently underway.
Ukrainian parliament dismisses Lazebna as social policy minister
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has dismissed Maryna Lazebna as minister of social policy.
Ukraine completes ratification of Istanbul Convention
Ukraine officially completed the ratification of the Istanbul Convention, handing over the relevant documents to Bjørn Berge, Deputy Secretary General of the Council of Europe.
Kuleba outlines three components of peace in Europe: weapons for Ukraine, sanctions and tribunal for Russia
In his address to the EU Foreign Affairs Council, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba outlined three ways to restore peace and enhance security in Europe.
President appoints Vasyl Maliuk as SBU acting chief
President Volodymyr Zelensky assigned temporary duties of the chief of the Security Service of Ukraine to Vasyl Maliuk.
President’s Office: Bakanov, Venediktova not dismissed yet, checks ahead
The President’s decision to remove Iryna Venediktova from the position of the Prosecutor General and suspend Ivan Bakanov from his duties as the Chief of the Security Service of Ukraine does not mean their dismissal. Official checks will be carried out, after which the President will decide whether to file an appropriate motion at the parliament.
17 July 2022
Zelensky to Trudeau: Ukrainians to never accept Canada's decision on Nord Stream turbine
Ukrainians will never accept Canada's decision to hand the Nord Stream turbine back to Germany, which was actually shipped in violation of sanctions.
Zelensky on SAPO chief appointment: Appropriate person has been chosen, commission has final say
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that the head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office has already been selected, so the ball is on the pitch of the selection commission.
Zelensky explains move to sack top prosecutor, security chief
The number of cases where security operatives and prosecutors are investigated over their siding with the enemy poses questions to the chiefs of the relevant bodies.
Zelensky removes head of SBU Bakanov, top prosecuror Veneditkova
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has “removed from duties” Head of the Security Service Ivan Bakanov and “removed from the post” Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova.
Zelensky, Trudeau discuss increased sanctions against Russia after terrorist attacks on Ukrainian cities
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for defense support and called on Canada to increase the sanctions pressure on Russia after its missile attacks on peaceful Ukrainian cities.
Rammstein unfurls Ukrainian flag at concert in Warsaw
Musicians of the German band Rammstein raised the Ukrainian flag at a concert in Warsaw.
Russia's terror has reached its peak in past five months – Venediktova
Russia must be recognized as a terrorist state. We have had terrible evidence of this for eight years, and its terror has reached its peak in the past five months. Almost 23,000 war crimes have been committed by Russian troops.
Zelensky on MH17 tragedy: Russia continues to sow grief on Ukrainian soil
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said on the eighth anniversary of the MH17 tragedy that every criminal will be brought to justice, adding that Russia continues to sow grief on Ukrainian soil.
Canada’s shadow defense minister calls for increasing military, financial support for Ukraine
Canadian Conservatives are deeply concerned by Justin Trudeau government's “waning” support for Ukraine.
16 July 2022
Zelensky: Ukraine maintaining stability of state institutions amid war
On the day of the adoption of the Declaration of State Sovereignty of Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine managed to maintain the stability of state institutions during the war.
On anniversary of downing of Flight MH17, EU calls for holding those responsible to account
The European Union reiterates its full support for all efforts to establish the truth, achieving justice for the 298 victims of the downing of Flight MH17 and their next of kin and holding those responsible to account, in accordance with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2166.
G20 finance ministers fail to issue joint communique amid divisions over war in Ukraine
The Group of 20 major economies' finance chiefs had "strong consensus" on a number of issues, but failed to issue a joint communique due to divisions over Russia's war against Ukraine.
Ukraine reporting to partners on use of money and weapons provided – Markarova
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States Oksana Markarova has said that she does not remember such a level of cooperation, understanding and mutual transparency between Kyiv and Washington as they have now.
Italian FM: Political crisis can disrupt arms supplies to Ukraine
The political crisis engulfing Mario Draghi's government threatens to deny Ukraine vital military support in its fight against Russia.
Ambassador Zvarych: Poland sees military aid to Ukraine as guarantee of its own security
Poland sees military assistance to Ukraine as a guarantee of its own security and the security of Europe as a whole. Warsaw trusts in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and will continue to provide military support.
Kyslytsya on punishment of Russia: We’ll build upon legacy of Nuremberg
Ukraine will build upon the "legacy of Nuremberg" to punish Russian war criminals.