Welcoming ceremony for Ukrainian president took place in Paris
The welcoming ceremony for President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska on the occasion of their visit to France has begun in Paris.
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Blinken: There is powerful parallel between D-Day and Russia's aggression in Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said there is a powerful parallel between what happened during World War II in 1944, when the Allies landed on the shores of Normandy, and what is happening now in Ukraine.
China's participation in Ukraine peace summit would be helpful - State Department
The U.S. State Department believes that the participation of the Chinese delegation in the Global Peace Summit in Switzerland would be useful, but ending China's support for the Russian military would be even more helpful.
06 June 2024
Macron thanks Ukrainians in his speech on D-Day in Normandy
French President Emmanuel Macron has thanked the Ukrainian people for their fight for freedom, saying that Europe's support will not weaken in the face of Russia's attempts to change borders or rewrite history.
Zelensky attends ceremony marking D-Day in Normandy
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska took part in the official international ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy.
Polish President convenes Security Council over situation on border with Belarus
Polish President Andrzej Duda is convening a meeting of the National Security Council on 10 June in connection with the situation on the Polish-Belarusian border, as well as the scandal over the detention of soldiers who fired warning shots in the direction of a group of illegal migrants.
Szijjarto to attend Global Summit on Peace in Ukraine
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hungary, Peter Szijjarto, announced his participation in the Global Peace Summit set to be held in Switzerland on June 15-16.
Putin wants to influence EU election – Italy’s top diplomat
Russian leader Vladimir Putin is working to influence this week’s elections in the EU as part of a “hybrid war” Moscow has been waging since invading Ukraine.
Finland not planning to send troops to Ukraine
Finnish President Alexander Stubb told a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg that neither his country nor the Alliance in general are looking into deploying troops in Ukraine.
U.S., NATO, 50-strong coalition stand with Ukraine - Biden
Ukrainians bravely standing for freedom and democracy today, just as the allied forces were 80 years ago, will always enjoy the support of the U.S. and allies.
President Zelensky arrives in France
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in France to participate in a special event commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy.
European Commission delegation visits Ukraine to coordinate EU accession process
A delegation of the European Commission visited Ukraine to prepare a new stage of bilateral meetings within the framework of screening Ukrainian legislation for compliance with EU legislation.
Zelensky invites Peruvian President to Peace Summit
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has invited Peruvian President Dina Boluarte to take part in the Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Putin threatens to supply missiles to West’s adversaries
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Moscow may begin supplying long-range capabilities to West’s adversaries as an "asymmetric response" to Ukrainian strikes deep into Russian territory using Western weapons.
Thailand to participate in Peace Summit in Switzerland
Thailand will participate in the Global Peace Summit in Switzerland next week.
05 June 2024
Macron to take part in Summit on Peace in Ukraine
The Elysee Palace says French President Emmanuel Macron will take part in the Summit on Peace in Ukraine, which will be held in Switzerland on June 15 and 16.
U.S. believes allowing Ukraine to hit targets inside Russia with American weapons not to escalate tensions
The U.S. president's permission for Ukrainian defenders to use American weapons against targets located Russian soil will allow Ukraine to better defend itself and is not something that further escalates conflict.
MFA Ukraine names starting point for deepening Ukraine-Peru cooperation
The field of modern technology can become a starting point for deepening long-term cooperation between Ukraine and Peru. The Peruvians are also interested in close cooperation on the repair and maintenance of aviation equipment.
Zelensky meets with emir of Qatar
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Qatar, where the two discussed preparations for the Global Peace Summit.
France vows EUR 650M in assistance to Ukraine’s key sectors
During President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to France, two agreements will be signed on the support of key sectors of the economy and critical infrastructure for a total amount of EUR 650 million.
Fico may recover faster than expected - Slovak government
On Wednesday, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Slovak Ministry of Defence Robert Kalyniak said that the health of Prime Minister Robert Fico is improving, and most of the serious complications are over.
Zelensky arrived in Qatar
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Qatar to hold talks with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
Ukraine, China hold political consultations
First Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha and Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China Sun Weidong held political consultations. Sybiha also met with Li Hui, the Chinese government's special representative for Eurasia, and Chen Zhou, Vice Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee
Ukraine, Switzerland foreign ministers discuss preparations for Peace Summit
Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Switzerland Dmytro Kuleba and Ignazio Cassis discussed preparations for the Global Peace Summit and the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference in Berlin.
Based on Ukrainian think tank’s report, Taiwan tightens export control of raw material for explosives
The Ministry of Economy of Taiwan, based on an investigation run by the Center for Defense Reform exposing Russia’s effort to get critical components for ammunition production from abroad, added nitrocellulose products to the list of goods banned for export to Russia and Belarus.
U.S. Treasury calls on allies to be more active in undermining Russia’s effort to pace up defense production
U.S. Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo urged allies to be proactive in thwarting Russia's plans to ramp up defense production, as the Kremlin makes significant efforts to secure microelectronics and microchips for Russian missiles and drones, while Russian intelligence around the world keeps hunting for critical components.
Biden arrives in France for D-Day anniversary, talks with Zelensky, Macron
U.S. President Joe Biden, accompanied by the First Lady, arrived in Paris. At the Orly Airport, he was welcomed by French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal.
Explaining complex things in simple words: Peace Summit Preparation, partners’ sky protection help, war damage to Ukraine’s environment
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine.
Biden to meet with Zelensky in France and then in Italy – White House
US President Joe Biden will meet with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky in Normandy, France, this week and then again at the G7 meeting in Italy to discuss the situation in Ukraine.