Unique, historical: Zelenskyy on EU's decision to grant candidate status to Ukraine
2 years, 8 months ago

Unique, historical: Zelenskyy on EU's decision to grant candidate status to Ukraine

India Today  

Ukraine became a candidate to join the European Union on Thursday, a bold geopolitical step triggered by Russia's invasion that Kyiv and Brussels hailed as an "historic moment". HOT SUMMER Russian forces were trying to encircle Ukrainian troops defending Lysychansk, senior Ukrainian defence official Oleksiy Gromov said in a briefing on Thursday. On the southern front, Russian forces struck Ukrainian army fuel tanks and military equipment near Mykolaiv with high-precision weapons, Russia's defence ministry said, quoted by the Interfax news agency. In Kyiv, where mass protests eight years ago ousted the then-president after he broke a promise to develop closer ties with the EU, 22-year-old serviceman Volodymyr Yanishan welcomed Ukraine's candidate status.

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Zelenskyy hopes for ‘meaningful meeting’ with US next week, welcomes Europe’s plan to rearm
1 week, 3 days ago

Zelenskyy hopes for ‘meaningful meeting’ with US next week, welcomes Europe’s plan to rearm

Firstpost  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday expressed optimism for a “meaningful meeting” with US officials next week, while also welcoming Europe’s initiative to rearm in response to the ongoing war with Russia, according to a report From left, European Council President Antonio Costa, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrive for an EU Summit …

Volodymyr Zelenskyy doubles down on peace plan with 'clear support' from Europe — as it happened
Top News
2 weeks ago

Volodymyr Zelenskyy doubles down on peace plan with 'clear support' from Europe — as it happened

ABC  

Top Washington officials have suggested that Zelenskyy might have to step down if a peace deal is to be reached in the war with Russia. "We need a leader that can deal with us, eventually deal with the Russians, and end this war," National Security Advisor Mike Waltz told CNN. "And if it becomes apparent that President Zelenskyy's either personal …

Ukraine can join EU if…: Ursula von der Leyen on Kyiv’s options as Donald Trump sides with Putin— what it means?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ukraine can join EU if…: Ursula von der Leyen on Kyiv’s options as Donald Trump sides with Putin— what it means?

Live Mint  

Ursula von der Leyen on Monday stated Ukraine can join the European Union well before 2030, within her current term as European Commission president, if it can meet certain criteria. Amid the political tensions between the two countries, Ursula von der Leyen praised Ukraine’s progress toward reaching EU norms and said, “I really appreciate the political will that is there. …

Zelenskyy offers to step down as Ukraine's President to join NATO
3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy offers to step down as Ukraine's President to join NATO

Firstpost  

Zelenskyy has advocated for Ukraine’s NATO membership as part of any peace agreement, but the Washington-led alliance has been hesitant to commit Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated Sunday, on the eve of the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion, that he was willing to step down as Ukraine’s president if it meant joining NATO. Zelenskyy said he was not “offended” by Trump’s comments …

Zelenskyy offers to step down as Ukraine's President to join NATO
3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy offers to step down as Ukraine's President to join NATO

Firstpost  

Zelenskyy has advocated for Ukraine’s NATO membership as part of any peace agreement, but the Washington-led alliance has been hesitant to commit Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy said he was not “offended” by Trump’s comments and was ready to test his popularity in elections once martial law ends in Ukraine. ‘Promising’ Earlier Sunday, the Kremlin hailed dialogue between Trump and …

Ukraine marks invasion’s 3rd anniversary with support mired in uncertainty
3 weeks ago

Ukraine marks invasion’s 3rd anniversary with support mired in uncertainty

Al Jazeera  

European leaders visit Kyiv as questions swirl over future of US backing for Ukraine under President Donald Trump. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday hailed the “heroism” of his country as he welcomed European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau among other senior officials. “I thank everyone who defends and supports it.” The United …

Hungarians will decide whether Ukraine can join the European Union, Orbán says
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Hungarians will decide whether Ukraine can join the European Union, Orbán says

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Hungary will be the one to decide whether Ukraine is able to achieve its hopes of joining the European Union in the future, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said Saturday in an escalation of his adversarial posture toward Hungary’s war-ravaged neighbor. Speaking at an annual State of the Nation address in Budapest to a closed circle of …

Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump turnaround as he says Putin attacked Kyiv but he is ‘sick’ of Zelensky
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump turnaround as he says Putin attacked Kyiv but he is ‘sick’ of Zelensky

The Independent  

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Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump turnaround as he says Putin attacked Kyiv but he is ‘sick’ of Zelensky
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine Russia war latest: Trump turnaround as he says Putin attacked Kyiv but he is ‘sick’ of Zelensky

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‘Ukraine a democracy, Putin’s Russia not’: European Union after Trump’s comments
3 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Ukraine a democracy, Putin’s Russia not’: European Union after Trump’s comments

The Hindu  

The European Union on Thursday hit back against U.S. President Donald Trump’s accusation that Ukraine’s leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy was a “dictator”. Mr. Trump lashed out at Mr. Zelenskyy in a spiralling row after Washington launched peace efforts with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the Kremlin’s three-year war. “There can be no solution for Ukraine without the involvement of Ukraine, …

Zelenskyy accuses US of 'pleasing' Russia, warns of European military weakness
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Zelenskyy accuses US of 'pleasing' Russia, warns of European military weakness

Firstpost  

On the contours of any future deal, Zelenskyy said “we will not sign just anything in order to be applauded” and stressed that “the fate of our state for generations to come” was at stake. AP Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the United States is trying to “please” Russia in talks about Ukraine and warned of Europe’s military “weakness.” …

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says time has come for the creation of ‘armed forces of Europe’
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1 month ago

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says time has come for the creation of ‘armed forces of Europe’

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Saturday the time has come for the creation of an “armed forces of Europe” and says his country’s fight against Russia has proved that a foundation for it already exists. “The armed forces of Europe must be created.” Earlier, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz shot back strongly in defense of his stance against the far-right …

Ukraine won't accept peace deal made behind our backs: Zelenskyy
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1 month ago

Ukraine won't accept peace deal made behind our backs: Zelenskyy

India Today  

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Saturday Ukraine would never accept any peace deals reached behind its back or without Kyiv's involvement - an implicit message to US President Donald Trump as he strives to end the war with Russia. In a speech to the Munich Security Conference, Zelenskyy also called on Europe to create its own armed forces, urging the …

Europe quietly works on a plan to send troops to Ukraine for post-war security
1 month ago

Europe quietly works on a plan to send troops to Ukraine for post-war security

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Increasingly alarmed that U.S. security priorities lie elsewhere, a group of European countries has been quietly working on a plan to send troops into Ukraine to help enforce any future peace settlement with Russia. “I won’t get into the particular capabilities, but I do accept that if there is peace then there needs to be some sort of …

Ukraine relies on US for security guarantee, Europe cannot fill the gap, says Zelenskyy
1 month ago

Ukraine relies on US for security guarantee, Europe cannot fill the gap, says Zelenskyy

Firstpost  

“There are voices which say that Europe could offer security guarantees without the Americans, and I always say no. Zelenskyy said he is open to negotiations but insists on doing so from a “position of strength.” He also mentioned plans to offer American companies lucrative reconstruction contracts and investment incentives to garner Trump’s support. Zelenskyy will attend the Munich Security …

Ukraine relies on US for security guarantee, Europe cannot fill the gap, says Zelenskyy
1 month ago

Ukraine relies on US for security guarantee, Europe cannot fill the gap, says Zelenskyy

Firstpost  

“There are voices which say that Europe could offer security guarantees without the Americans, and I always say no. Zelenskyy said he is open to negotiations but insists on doing so from a “position of strength.” He also mentioned plans to offer American companies lucrative reconstruction contracts and investment incentives to garner Trump’s support. Zelenskyy will attend the Munich Security …

Takeaways from the AP interview with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Takeaways from the AP interview with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — The Associated Press interviewed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday at a crucial juncture of the nearly three-year war against Russia’s full-scale invasion. Here are some takeaways from AP’s interview with Zelenskyy: He says talks between Moscow and Washington must not exclude Ukraine Zelenskyy said talks between the U.S. and Russia about the war in his country …

EU leaders insist no decisions can be taken about Ukraine without Ukraine, or behind their backs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

EU leaders insist no decisions can be taken about Ukraine without Ukraine, or behind their backs

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Union leaders insisted on Thursday that no decisions can be taken about the future of war-ravaged Ukraine without its consent — or behind the backs of its partners in Europe, barely a month before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. In a show of solidarity at a summit in Brussels with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, many EU leaders …

Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte and other European leaders on Wednesday, aiming to get immediate help to bolster Kyiv's war effort and discuss longer-term security guarantees. Zelenskyy told reporters that Wednesday's talks in Brussels, and a discussion with the European Union's 27 national leaders the following day, were "a very good opportunity to …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops
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3 months ago

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops

The Independent  

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Zelenskyy open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine
3 months, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that he’s open to the potential deployment of Western troops in Ukraine to guarantee the country’s security as part of a broad effort to end the almost three-year war with Russia. But Zelenskyy said Monday that he would approach outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden about Ukraine’s possible NATO membership because he’s …

Zelenskyy floats idea of deploying foreign troops to Ukraine until Nato membership
3 months, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy floats idea of deploying foreign troops to Ukraine until Nato membership

Firstpost  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday floated the idea of foreign troops being deployed to war-stricken Ukraine until the country joins the Nato military alliance Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union party meet, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, on Monday. Reuters Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy floated the idea on …

NATO’s chief avoids talk of Ukraine’s membership. He says the priority is helping Kyiv defend itself
3 months, 1 week ago

NATO’s chief avoids talk of Ukraine’s membership. He says the priority is helping Kyiv defend itself

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Tuesday sidestepped questions about Ukraine’s possible membership in the military alliance, saying that the priority now must be to strengthen the country’s hand in any future peace talks with Russia by sending it more weapons. Rutte’s remarks, ahead of a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, came days after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said …

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for NATO membership for unoccupied Ukraine to end ‘hot phase’ of war
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for NATO membership for unoccupied Ukraine to end ‘hot phase’ of war

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has suggested that a potential ceasefire could be achieved if the territory under Kyiv's control is placed “under the NATO umbrella,” enabling Ukraine to later negotiate the return of Russian-occupied areas through diplomatic means. Conditions for NATO membership Zelenskyy stated that NATO membership should be offered to the parts of Ukraine still under its control to …

Zelensky says Ukraine could temporarily cede territory to Russia in exchange for Nato membership
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Zelensky says Ukraine could temporarily cede territory to Russia in exchange for Nato membership

The Independent  

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggests Ukraine would give up Russian-occupied territory for NATO membership
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggests Ukraine would give up Russian-occupied territory for NATO membership

ABC  

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has suggested for the first time he would be willing to give up Ukrainian territory to Russia in exchange for NATO membership — a deal he says would end the "hot phase" of the 33-month-old war. The Ukrainian president told UK-based Sky News the NATO membership invitation would have to be officially extended to the entire country as …

Ukraine seeks NATO membership in tacit message to Putin
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine seeks NATO membership in tacit message to Putin

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has urged his NATO counterparts to issue an invitation at a meeting in Brussels next week to Kyiv to join the Western military alliance, according to the text of a letter seen by Reuters on Friday. The letter reflects Ukraine's renewed push to secure an invitation to join NATO, which is part of a "victory …

Ukraine urges Nato allies to extend membership invitation ahead of Brussels meeting
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine urges Nato allies to extend membership invitation ahead of Brussels meeting

Firstpost  

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has called on Nato allies to extend an invitation to Ukraine to join the military alliance during their meeting in Brussels next week, according to a report, citing a letter on Friday Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha speaks at a joint press conference with his Czech counterpart Jan Lipavsky, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in …

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal

The Independent  

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Ukrainian president Zelenskyy heads to EU, NATO to seek backing for his 'victory plan'
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukrainian president Zelenskyy heads to EU, NATO to seek backing for his 'victory plan'

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Zelensky outlines his ‘victory plan’ to Ukraine’s lawmakers, including a call to join NATO
5 months ago

Zelensky outlines his ‘victory plan’ to Ukraine’s lawmakers, including a call to join NATO

LA Times  

President Volodymyr Zelensky told lawmakers Wednesday that Ukraine’s Western partners are increasing pressure to negotiate with Russia, but he hinted such talks would be unfavorable to Kyiv as he unveiled what he called his “victory plan” for the war. He reckons that such an invitation would alter President Vladimir Putin’s “geopolitical calculations.” NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte remained noncommittal after the …

Zelenskyy to seek more war support from a dozen countries in southeast Europe
5 months, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy to seek more war support from a dozen countries in southeast Europe

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NATO has made it clear Ukraine is an expediency
8 months, 1 week ago

NATO has made it clear Ukraine is an expediency

China Daily  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and European Council President Charles Michel speak to the media, on the first day of the European Union leaders' summit in Brussels, Belgium, June 27, 2024. Despite the Russia-Ukraine conflict becoming a bloody war of attrition, as long as Ukraine thinks it can take advantage of it to elbow its way into the North Atlantic Treaty …

NATO has made it clear Ukraine is an expediency
8 months, 1 week ago

NATO has made it clear Ukraine is an expediency

China Daily  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and European Council President Charles Michel speak to the media, on the first day of the European Union leaders' summit in Brussels, Belgium, June 27, 2024. Despite the Russia-Ukraine conflict becoming a bloody war of attrition, as long as Ukraine thinks it can take advantage of it to elbow its way into the North Atlantic Treaty …

Ukraine and Moldova launch EU membership talks, but joining is likely to take years
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine and Moldova launch EU membership talks, but joining is likely to take years

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union on Tuesday launched membership talks with Ukraine, a decade after Russian troops seized the Crimean Peninsula to deter the country from moving closer to the West, part of a chain of events that set the two neighbors on the path to war. In opening remarks presented via video-link, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal described it …

Ukraine and Moldova set to launch EU membership talks. It's a dream come true for Ukraine's leader
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine and Moldova set to launch EU membership talks. It's a dream come true for Ukraine's leader

The Independent  

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EU launches membership talks with Moldova and Ukraine
8 months, 2 weeks ago

EU launches membership talks with Moldova and Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

A symbolic ceremony will mark the beginning of the negotiations in Luxembourg, signalling that the two ex-Soviet countries are on a path away from Russian influence. The European Union is to formally launch accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova after the bloc’s member states gave the nod last week. The agreement of the bloc’s 27 members was secured last week, …

Ukraine and Moldova launch EU membership talks, but joining is likely to take years
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine and Moldova launch EU membership talks, but joining is likely to take years

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks at a news conference with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Kyiv earlier this year. In opening remarks presented via video-link, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal described it as “a historic day” that marks “a new chapter” in his country’s ties with the bloc, particularly as the war with Russia rages on. Belgian …

Ukraine’s top EU negotiator says war-torn country won’t seek ‘discount’ on entry commitments
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s top EU negotiator says war-torn country won’t seek ‘discount’ on entry commitments

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine’s top official for Europe says the war-torn country is on an “irreversible” course of Western integration after the European Union agreed to formally start entry negotiations this week. The decision to launch accession talks this week is a “big day” for her country, Olga Stefanishyna, the deputy prime minister for European and Euro-Atlantic integration, said. “The …

Moldova, Ukraine inch closer to EU
9 months ago

Moldova, Ukraine inch closer to EU

China Daily  

European Union ambassadors have agreed in principle on the negotiating framework for talks on Moldova and Ukraine joining the bloc, a process that could take many years. The country's foreign ministry said in a letter to the parliament that the government shares the European Commission's assessment that both Moldova and Ukraine have taken the steps relevant to this phase and …

Oleksandr Zinchenko hails Ukrainian soldiers after ‘dream’ win sends nation to Euro 2024
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Oleksandr Zinchenko hails Ukrainian soldiers after ‘dream’ win sends nation to Euro 2024

The Independent  

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Ukraine War: Zelensky replaces security council chief in new reshuffle
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine War: Zelensky replaces security council chief in new reshuffle

Firstpost  

The depth and strength of Ukrainian defenses are now being questioned by military specialists, who Zelensky named 51-year-old Oleksandr Lytvynenko, the head of the foreign intelligence service, to lead the council despite his virtually nonexistent public persona Image Courtesy Reuters In a fresh shuffle that comes after the reorganization of the military high command last month, President Volodymyr Zelensky fired …

Ukraine's Zelensky signing security agreements with Germany, France as Kyiv shores up support
1 year, 1 month ago

Ukraine's Zelensky signing security agreements with Germany, France as Kyiv shores up support

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a bilateral security agreement with Germany and planned to sign another with France on Friday, securing a strong signal of long-term backing as Kyiv works to shore up Western support nearly two years after Russia launched its full-scale war. Mr. Zelensky met in Berlin with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who said Berlin was providing another …

Ukraine's Zelensky seeks support in Germany, France amid Russia war
1 year, 1 month ago

Ukraine's Zelensky seeks support in Germany, France amid Russia war

Hindustan Times  

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Berlin on Friday to sign a security deal and seek desperately needed support for his country's battle against Russia. Kyiv was trying to "end the war as soon as possible on fair Ukrainian terms," wrote Zelensky, who was to head to Paris later Friday to sign a similar security pact. Zelensky's European tour comes …

Zelenksy appoints a new commander-in-chief – but will it help the war against Russia?
1 year, 1 month ago

Zelenksy appoints a new commander-in-chief – but will it help the war against Russia?

The Independent  

Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine is rapidly approaching its second anniversary – and the war is not going according to plan for either side. It is a herculean task for his new chief, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrsky, previously commander of ground forces, given the reality of the current phase of the war. A survey of public opinion shows that approval …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy names new army chief after dismissing Zaluzhny
1 year, 1 month ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy names new army chief after dismissing Zaluzhny

Al Jazeera  

President Zelenskyy thanks General Valerii Zaluzhny for his service, says he should remain ‘on his team’. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Oleksandr Syrsky, who has led Ukraine’s ground forces since 2019, as the new head of Ukraine’s armed forces, after he dismissed General Valerii Zaluzhny. The time for such a renewal… pic.twitter.com/tMnUEZ3BCX — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський February …

The rift between Zelensky and Ukraine’s top general comes at a crucial time for Kyiv
1 year, 1 month ago

The rift between Zelensky and Ukraine’s top general comes at a crucial time for Kyiv

The Independent  

One of Ukraine’s chief strengths in its fight against Russia’s invasion has been its immense sense of national unity, with every sector of society involved in repelling the Russian invasion. But the apparent attempt by the country’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, to remove Ukraine’s top – and vastly popular – military commander, General Valery Zaluzhny, from his post has revealed cracks …

Ukraine's Zelenskyy urges 'new European arsenal' as he seeks fresh support
1 year, 2 months ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy urges 'new European arsenal' as he seeks fresh support

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday called for more European weapons production and warned that any pause in the conflict would only benefit Russia. "This year, Ukraine will make every effort to create a new European arsenal to prevent Russian aggression against Europe," Zelenskyy said in Riga. Earlier on Thursday in Estonia's capital Tallinn he warned that any "pauses" in …

‘Sensitive and costly issue’: Zelenskyy as Ukraine mulls proposal by army to mobilise another 500,000 for war
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Sensitive and costly issue’: Zelenskyy as Ukraine mulls proposal by army to mobilise another 500,000 for war

Firstpost  

The Ukrainian leader told his end-of-year news conference it was a “highly sensitive” issue that the military and government would discuss before deciding whether to send the proposal to parliament Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday the military had proposed mobilising 450,000-500,000 more Ukrainians into the armed forces in what would mark a dramatic step up of Kyiv’s war …

Putin's threat to the EU: Kremlin says Ukraine or Moldova joining the bloc will 'destabilise' Europe in thinly-veiled warning
1 year, 3 months ago

Putin's threat to the EU: Kremlin says Ukraine or Moldova joining the bloc will 'destabilise' Europe in thinly-veiled warning

Daily Mail  

Russia said today that the European Union's decision to open membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova was a politicised decision that could destabilise the bloc. His comments came just one day after Vladimir Putin held a marathon press conference in which the Russian President accused Europe of kowtowing to the US over support for Ukraine and said he admired Hungarian …

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