Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Czech President Pavel warns of Russia's intent to erase Ukraine, calls for just peace
Czech President Petr Pavel issued a strong warning during the "Support Ukraine" plenary session, stating that Russia's ultimate ambition regarding Ukraine is to obliterate the nation entirely.
"This long-lasting aggression, now in its third year, clearly aims to eradicate Ukraine from the world map," said Pavel. "I want to highlight the resilience of the Ukrainian people, who deserve not only our aid but also our admiration."
Pavel emphasized that any peace agreements must be acceptable to …
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EU sanctions derail Russia's plan to employ foreign airlines for domestic flights
Russia's attempt to counter a sharp increase in airline ticket prices has hit a major roadblock. The European Union's newly imposed, 16th sanctions package has blocked one of Moscow's crucial strategies—engaging foreign carriers for domestic flights. As a result, any negotiations for what's termed "cabotage" appear virtually out of reach. This development was reported by the Russian outlet Agentstvo.
The restrictions, introduced on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, ban any …
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Zelensky calls for International Tribunal to Hold Russia Accountable Beyond War's End
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the necessity for a special tribunal to prosecute those responsible from Russia for initiating war against Ukraine, even after the "hot phase" of the conflict concludes. Speaking at the Support Ukraine Summit during a joint press conference with allied leaders on February 24, Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's need for a just and lasting peace. He pointed to the difficulty of achieving justice amid Russian actions, noting the deaths and the …
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UN resolution calls for Russian withdrawal from Ukraine, U.S. and Israel's unexpected opposition stuns global politics
In a move sending shockwaves through international diplomacy, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution with a significant majority demanding that Russia withdraw its troops from Ukraine.
Ninety-three nations voted in favor, while 65 abstained, and 18 opposed the resolution. The decision by the United States and Israel to vote "against" has sparked surprise and disappointment in Kyiv, marking a departure from their previously held supportive stance. Particularly noteworthy was …
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Denmark ramps up military support for Ukraine with major defense investments and aid packages
Denmark is stepping up its support for Ukraine by investing significantly in defense production and military assistance. Last year, along with other countries, Denmark committed approximately $650 million to the production of Ukrainian defense products, according to Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen. The partners funded nearly 20 Bohdana artillery systems, which were manufactured in two months instead of the two years it would have taken if purchased in Europe. Poulsen emphasized that …
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Zelensky hails 'positive' discussion with Trump amid G7 summit, highlights importance of continued U.S. support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a "positive" conversation with former U.S. President Donald Trump amid the crucial G7 summit. This conversation reinforces Ukraine's aspiration for continued support from the United States alongside other global allies, Zelensky emphasized to reporters on Monday, February 24.
Discussing Trump, Zelensky remarked, "We just had a conversation. It was a very good talk under Canada's leadership during the G7 meeting." The Ukrainian leader expressed …
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UK unveils largest-ever sanctions against Russia, targeting illicit revenue and military supply chains
In a major move, UK Foreign Affairs Secretary David Lammy has announced the most extensive package of sanctions against Russia in three years, targeting illicit revenues that are fueling Vladimir Putin's war against Ukraine. The sweeping measures, which focus on Russian kleptocrats, come as the UK government shared details on Monday, February 24.
The sanctions include 107 new measures targeting military supply chains in Russia, specifically those revenues sustaining Putin's illegal war and the …
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Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov highlights conditions for ending Ukraine war amid diplomatic talks in Turkey
During a visit to Turkey, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed the conditions necessary for the cessation of the war in Ukraine. According to Lavrov, the conflict cannot end without addressing its "root causes", reports Anadolu Agency.
Lavrov arrived in Turkey on the evening of February 23, with plans to meet his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan. The talks were expected to focus on exchanging views on paths to peace in Ukraine "through establishing a fair and lasting peace via …
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Australia unveils largest sanctions package against Russia since 2022 invasion
Australia has rolled out a substantial new set of sanctions targeting Russia to mark the anniversary of the Russian invasion. The Australian government has described it as "the biggest package of sanctions since February 2022."
The new personal sanctions specifically target Deputy Ministers of Defense Anna Tsivileva, Andrey Bulyga, Pavel Fradkov, and Viktor Goremykin. Also on the list are Rossotrudnichestvo head Yevgeny Primakov and presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky.
The updated roster …
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Spain commits €1 billion in military aid to Ukraine by 2025
Spain has announced plans to provide Ukraine with €1 billion in military aid by the end of 2025, according to Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez during the "Support Ukraine" plenary session in Kyiv on Monday, February 24.
"We will continue to supply military equipment and arms, with even greater determination than before. I am prepared to announce a new military aid package for Ukraine worth €1 billion by 2025," Sanchez stated.
Additionally, Sanchez highlighted that Spain and Ukraine will address …