Canada sanctions Yanukovych-era officials
Canada has added ten associates of former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych to the sanctions list.
Politics
04 June 2024
About 4,000 soldiers to provide security at peace summit in Switzerland
About 4,000 Swiss military personnel will provide security during the Global Peace Summit to be held on June 15-16.
Zelensky: Global Peace Summit has potential to bring Ukraine closer to just peace
It is possible to bring a lasting and just peace for Ukraine closer thanks to the Global Peace Summit.
Macron, Zelensky to discuss Ukraine's needs in Paris
The day after celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings, scheduled for June 6, French President Emmanuel Macron will host his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky at the Elysee Palace in Paris.
Biden shares his vision of peace in Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden has shared his vision of peace in Ukraine, which, according to him, looks like making sure Russia never occupies Ukraine.
Government endorses Reform Matrix, recommendations from partners included
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has endorsed the Reform Matrix, a plan of changes that systematizes Ukraine’s future reforms with regard to recommendations and proposals from international partners.
Russia to be defeated in Ukraine, UK defense chief confident
The Chief of the British Defense Staff, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, has expressed confidence that Ukraine will prevail in the war against Russia.
China's “peaceful” position explained by waiting out to see winner in war - Kuleba
China's "peaceful" position on the Russia-Ukraine war is actually due to Bejing waiting out to see how the war will end as their future actions depend precisely on that.
Name of Poland's likely next ambassador to Ukraine revealed
Piotr Łukasiewicz, a former Polish military officer, diplomat, and security expert, may soon be appointed Poland’s new ambassador to Ukraine.
No word juggling on Ukraine expected at NATO summit - Kuleba
At the Washington NATO summit in July, the Allies will not be inventing new wording regarding Ukraine's future membership. Instead, they will focus on creating mechanisms to bring Ukraine as close as possible to the Alliance based on objective indicators.
Leaders’ advisors from U.S., Baltic States talk promotion of Ukraine’s membership in NATO
White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan discussed with his counterparts from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania on Monday further support for Ukraine, as well as efforts to promote its membership in NATO.
At Peace Summit, Canada to focus on return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia
The issue of returning children illegally deported by Russia from Ukraine will be Canada’s priority during the upcoming Global Peace Summit in Switzerland.
03 June 2024
UN confirms participation in Peace Summit
The United Nations Secretariat has confirmed that the UN will be represented at the June Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Zelensky congratulates Claudia Sheinbaum on being elected Mexico President
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine congratulated Claudia Sheinbaum on her convincing victory in the presidential election in Mexico.
Ahead of Peace Summit, Ukraine’s NSDC secretary speaks with foreign journalists
Oleksandr Lytvynenko, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, met with foreign journalists on the eve of the Global Peace Summit.
Kamala Harris to lead U.S. delegation at Peace Summit
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will represent the country at the inaugural Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, Joe Biden’s Administration has officially confirmed.
China responds to Zelensky's peace summit claims
China has never "fanned fire or fueled the flames" of the Russia-Ukraine war, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said.
Ukraine calls on Mongolia to join peace summit in Switzerland
Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Yevhen Perebyinis at a meeting with Mongolian Ambassador to Ukraine Dorj Barkhas called on his country to take part in the Global Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Estonia's foreign minister says security deal with Ukraine will be signed 'very soon'
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has said that a bilateral security cooperation agreement with Ukraine will be signed in the near future.
107 countries, intl organizations confirm participation in Peace Summit - Nykyforov
As many as 107 countries and international organizations have confirmed their participation in the inaugural Peace Summit to be held in Switzerland on June 15-16.
Zelensky meets with Philippines president
As part of his official visit to the Philippines, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with the country's president, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
Zelensky arrives in Philippines - media
As part of his official visit to the Philippines, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet with the country's president, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
02 June 2024
Zelensky addresses security forum in Singapore: “Putin believes he is allowed to do anything”
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine on Sunday addressed the Shangri-La Dialogue Asian Security Forum in Singapore, reiterating the idea that Ukraine seeks to achieve peace through diplomacy by initiating the Global Peace Summit.
Zelensky congratulats Iceland’s president-elect
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine congratulated Halla Tomasdottir on her victory in the presidential election in Iceland, and expressed gratitude for her country's support for the Ukrainian Peace Formula.
Scholz to Putin: we will defend 'every square inch' of NATO territory
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Sunday that NATO's recent move to strengthen its eastern border is aimed at deterring Russia.
Zelensky invites Singapore's PM to participate in Peace Summit
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has invited Prime Minister of Singapore Lawrence Wong to take part in the Global Peace Summit.
Ukraine, Singapore defense chiefs talk developing defense tech ties
Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov of Ukraine discussed with his Singaporean counterpart Ng Eng Heng the development of cooperation in the field of defense technology.
Ukraine, Singapore leaders talk prospects for deepening bilateral relations
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and President Tharman Shanmugaratnam of Singapore discussed the prospects of deepening relations between the two countries.
NSDC Secretary hopes firm stance of Peace Summit participants could force Russia to retreat
Among the expectations of the Global Peace Summit, set to be held in Switzerland this June, is the adoption of a tough joint position by the participating nations in relation to Russia, which should force the aggressor to retreat.