Rada to consider bill banning Moscow-linked church next week - MP
The Verkhovna Rada will next week consider a bill banning the activities of religious organizations in Ukraine, particularly those affiliated with Russia.
Politics
16 August 2024
Zelensky invites India to join Peace Summit communiqué
At a meeting with the new Ambassador of the Republic of India, Ravi Shankar, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky invited India to join the communiqué of the first Peace Summit.
New ambassadors from six partner countries to work in Ukraine - Zelensky
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has accepted credentials from the new ambassadors of Belgium, India, the Netherlands, Slovakia, Italy and Mexico.
Zelensky appointed Vlasiuk as his commissioner for sanctions policy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Vladyslav Vlasiuk as his adviser and commissioner for sanctions policy.
Ratification of Rome Statute necessary for more effective punishment of Putin – Merezhko
The ratification of the Rome Statute is in Ukraine's national interest, as the International Criminal Court established by this document is one of the few international legal mechanisms capable of bringing Vladimir Putin and other Russian war criminals to justice.
15 August 2024
Zelensky tables in Rada bill on status of military personnel fighting on Russian soil
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law laying down for the military participating in combat missions on Russian territory all bonuses and preferences to which other servicepersons are entitled who are deployed in the warzone.
Zelensky proposes parliament ratify Rome Statute
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has registered in the Verkhovna Rada a bill on the ratification of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and its amendments.
Zelensky forms delegation for talks with UK on agreement to transition to new level of relations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has created a delegation to participate in negotiations with the United Kingdom to sign an agreement on the transition from a strategic partnership to a new level of relations.
14 August 2024
Indian PM plans to visit Ukraine next week - media
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi intends to visit Poland and Ukraine on 21-23 August to promote dialogue and diplomacy amid the war unleashed by Russia.
Finland’s Ambassador to the U.S. Mikkko Hautala
The concept of comprehensive security is extremely relevant for Ukraine
Ukraine’s startling offensive in Kursk region serious blow to Putin's face - expert
The unexpected offensive by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Russia’s Kursk region delivered a serious blow to Russian leader Vladimir Putin and has given Ukrainians a “moral booster”.
NATO Military Committee to discuss further support to Ukraine
NATO's highest military body, the Military Committee, will meet in Czechia’s Prague on September 13-15.
Biden says Ukraine's operation in Russia 'creating a real dilemma for Putin'
U.S. President Joe Biden has said that Ukraine's surprise offensive in Russia's Kursk region is "creating a real dilemma" for Russian President Vladimir Putin and that the U.S. government is in "constant contact" with Kyiv.
State Department: Putin's invasion of Ukraine only reason behind situation in Kursk region
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is the only reason for the current situation in Russia's Kursk region, according to Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson at the U.S. Department of State.
13 August 2024
Ukraine, UK start negotiations on agreement to strengthen partnership
Ukraine and the United Kingdom have held the first round of negotiations on the conclusion of a bilateral agreement on the transition to stronger and deeper partnership.
Kuleba discusses Ukraine's steps towards NATO with U.S. Assistant Secretary of State
Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba and U.S. Assistant Secretary of State James O'Brien have discussed steps that will bring Ukraine closer to NATO membership.
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State O'Brien arrives in Ukraine
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Jim O'Brien has arrived in Ukraine.
Kuleba briefs Borrell on details of Ukraine's operation in Kursk region
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell have discussed the expansion of arms production and the details of Ukraine's operation in Russia's Kursk region.
First thematic conference to follow up peace summit to be held online in Aug - Yermak
The first thematic conference dedicated to the third point of the Ukrainian Peace Formula "Energy Security" will be held online in August.
Creating imaginary threats doesn’t make them more real - MFA on Lukashenko's statements
The statements by the self-proclaimed president of Belarus, Aleksander Lukashenko, about the alleged downing of "air targets from Ukraine" are yet another incitement of anti-Ukrainian sentiments and creation of imaginary threats.
Dates for coordination meetings ahead of second Peace Summit already determined - MFA
The dates for holding preliminary meetings of national security advisers, as well as their locations, as part of the preparation of second international Summit on Peace in Ukraine, have already been determined.
NABU, SAPO heads meet with members of U.S. Congress
Head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) Oleksandr Klymenko and Director of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) Semen Kryvonos at a meeting with members of the U.S. Congress discussed the steps to be taken to strengthen the independence of the SAPO and NABU.
White House on Kursk developments: Putin can “get the hell out of Ukraine and call it a day”
The White House has recommended that Russian leader Vladimir Putin withdraw his troops from Ukraine if he is concerned about the situation developing in Kursk region as Ukraine pursues its incursion.
12 August 2024
Zelensky meets with U.S. Senate delegation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with a U.S. Senate delegation led by Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal and thanked the United States for supporting Ukraine's defense.
Italy, Switzerland to cooperate to host Peace Summit with Russia’s participation
Italy and Switzerland intend to cooperate in creating conditions for a second Peace Summit involving all parties, including Russia.
New UN Resident Coordinator starts work in Ukraine
The newly appointed UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine, Matthias Schmale, has started working in Ukraine.
PM Shmyhal, U.S. senators discuss Ukraine's needs for bolstering air defenses
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has met with U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham from the Republican Party and Richard Blumenthal from the Democratic Party to discuss Ukraine's needs for bolstering air defenses.
Ukraine's government dismisses deputy energy minister caught on $500,000 bribe
The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to dismiss Oleksandr Kheilo as Deputy Minister of Energy.
China reacts to situation in Kursk region
China is closely monitoring the situation developing in Russia’s Kursk region and calls on all parties to de-escalate.