Ukraine preparing meeting with 'Coalition of the Willing' members – president
Ukraine is working with all its partners on drone production, and a meeting with the members of the "Coalition of the Willing" is being prepared for this week.
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All negotiation clusters for Ukraine's EU accession should be opened by year-end – Stefanishyna
Olga Stefanishyna, Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, has stated that all negotiation clusters related to Ukraine's accession to the European Union should be opened by the end of 2025.
Zelensky, Starmer discuss upcoming Coalition of the Willing meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a conversation with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, during which they coordinated diplomatic efforts and discussed expectations for the upcoming Coalition of the Willing meeting, set to take place in Rome in the coming days.
Azerbaijani opposition journalist on Baku-Moscow conflict: These are two regimes bound by billions
Despite increasingly aggressive policies by the Kremlin toward Azerbaijanis, Azerbaijan and Russia remain deeply linked authoritarian regimes, and a real conflict between Presidents Aliyev and Putin is unlikely, as it involves not only politics but multi-billion-dollar mutual interests.
Start with Moscow – Ukraine MFA responds to Lavrov’s “denazification” remarks
The demand by Sergey Lavrov, the foreign minister of the aggressor country, to enshrine “denazification” in the peace agreement demonstrates that Russia rejects peace efforts and resorts to ultimatums in 2022.
Brink slams Trump administration for lack of strategic approach toward Russia, Ukraine
Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink has criticized President Donald Trump's administration for disregarding experienced professionals and lacking a strategic approach in its policy toward Ukraine and Russia.
Trump said he provides “a lot” of aid to Ukraine
US President Donald Trump said that he is “helping a lot” Ukraine, which continues to oppose Russia in the war unleashed by the Kremlin.
Lithuanian, German presidents discuss support for Ukraine, pressure on Russia
During a meeting in Vilnius on Sunday, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda and his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier discussed support for Ukraine, pressure on Russia, and defense cooperation.
06 July 2025
U.S. close to finalizing several trade deals – Bessent
The United States is close to finalizing several trade agreements by July 9, the date when increased tariffs are set to take effect.
Zelensky signs sanctions package targeting Russia’s financial schemes
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine signed a new sanctions package, at the motion of the National Bank, aimed at combating Russian financial schemes, including in the field of cryptocurrency.
Kellogg on Zelensky-Trump call: compassion key part of leadership
U.S. President's Special Representative for Ukraine Keith Kellogg commented on the latest phone call between the American and Ukrainian presidents, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky.
Sybiha urges partners to boost investment in Ukrainian technologies
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha has called on Ukraine’s partners to increase investment in Ukrainian technologies and to strengthen sanctions against Russia, particularly by cutting Moscow off from access to technology.
05 July 2025
Zelensky: World believes in Ukrainians
The world supports Ukraine because it believes in Ukrainians — people who truly deserve that trust, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Zelensky says recent call with Trump was best yet
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that his July 4 phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump was the best and most productive conversation they have had so far.
Trump says not sure if he can end war in Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was unsure if he would be able to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
UN chief: Russian strikes threaten nuclear safety at Zaporizhzhia NPP
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemned Russia's latest wave of drone and missile attacks on Ukraine — reportedly the largest since the full-scale invasion began more than three years ago — warning that the strikes once again jeopardize nuclear safety at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP).
The New York Post urges Trump to resume military aid to Ukraine
The New York Post, a publication known for its support of the Republican Party, has once again addressed U.S. President Donald Trump — this time calling on him to resume military assistance to Ukraine.
Rutte hopes for U.S. "flexibility" on resuming weapons supply to Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has expressed hope that the United States will show “flexibility” in resuming military aid to Ukraine, so that the country could continue to defend itself.
New OSCE PA president condemns attack on Kyiv, urges Russia to end war
Newly elected President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, Pere Joan Pons Sampietro, has condemned Russia's recent missile and drone strike on Kyiv and called on Vladimir Putin to end the war against Ukraine.
Pivnenko, US general discuss boosting Ukraine's National Guard
Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine, Brigadier General Oleksandr Pivnenko, held talks with the newly appointed Senior Defense Official at the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine, Brigadier General Brad Nicholson, to discuss the strengthening of National Guard units.
Austrian foreign minister calls for increased pressure on Russia
Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger has called for increased pressure on Russia to stop its attacks on Ukrainian cities and to compel it to engage in genuine peace efforts.
Trump calls phone conversation with Zelensky 'good' and strategic'
U.S. President Donald Trump has described his recent phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as "good" and "strategic."
China ready to coordinate peace efforts on Ukraine with France – Foreign Minister
China is ready to enhance strategic communication and coordination with France to support a political resolution of the “Ukrainian crisis” — the term China uses to describe Russia’s war against Ukraine.
04 July 2025
New security architecture in Europe may emerge after war or Putin's departure – US expert
The post–World War II European security architecture has been dismantled by Russia, and a new one can only emerge either after the resolution of the Russia-Ukraine war or the departure of Vladimir Putin from power.
EU, Moldova condemn war against Ukraine, Russian hybrid attacks
Following the first EU-Moldova summit, the two sides signed a joint declaration that placed particular emphasis on the threats posed by the Russian Federation to Moldova and the region as a whole.
Expert warns of risk of Russia using chemical weapons near NATO borders
Russia's increasing use of chemical weapons is becoming part of its military doctrine, raising the risk of either an accidental or deliberate incident, including during military exercises near NATO borders.
Macron, Starmer to co-chair video conference on Ukraine in the UK
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will co-chair talks with other European leaders to discuss boosting Ukraine’s defense capabilities during Macron’s visit to the United Kingdom next week.
China not to follow Russia’s lead or rush to recognize Taliban government, expert says
The Chinese government will not follow Russia’s example and rush to officially recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, led by the Taliban, until a consensus is reached at the United Nations regarding such recognition.
Zelensky outlines key topics discussed with Trump: frontline, air defense, peace deal
President Volodymyr Zelensky described his conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump as “important and fruitful”, highlighting that the key issues discussed were the situation on the front lines, Russian airstrikes, the supply of air defense systems, and the future of a peace agreement.