Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has awarded the developer of S. T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 the title of Honorary Ambassador in the field of digital diplomacy. The game has become a symbol of resilience and sold over 1 million copies in the first 36 hours.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Reintegration of Ukraine denied information about demands to stop assistance to Ukrainian refugees in the EU. The agencies emphasize the creation of conditions only for the voluntary return of citizens.

The President instructed the Foreign Ministry to establish contacts with the new Syrian authorities. Ukraine is ready to support the food security of this country.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry criticized Slovak Prime Minister Fico's visit to Moscow and his energy policy. The ministry emphasized the importance of abandoning Russian energy carriers and diversifying supplies for European security.

Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the Council of State on the situation in Syria after the fall of the Assad regime. Ukraine is ready to support the Syrian people with food and help stabilize the situation in the region.

The Consul visited in the hospital a Ukrainian woman born in 1972, who was injured in a car accident at a Christmas market in Magdeburg. The woman's condition is assessed as serious, she is being provided with the necessary treatment.

Donald Trump has appointed TV producer Mark Burnett as the US Special Envoy to the United Kingdom. Burnett, a winner of 13 Emmy Awards, will be responsible for developing trade, investment and cultural exchange.

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine have successfully evacuated 31 Ukrainians and 3 Syrian citizens from Syria via Lebanon. The evacuees, including 15 children, have already landed in Chisinau and are on their way to Ukraine.

The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution to simplify the provision of consular services through the Diia portal. Ukrainians will be able to issue ID cards, passports, driver's licenses and other documents with a minimum number of visits to consulates.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is working in detail on a proposal to support Syria's food security. The specific details of the assistance to the Syrian people will be announced soon.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson denied the existence of a real “Christmas truce,” calling it a PR stunt by the Hungarian side. Ukraine has repeatedly asked Hungary to stop manipulating the war and Christmas.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry confirmed that it is working on organizing a phone call between Zelenskyy and Biden, but the specific dates are not yet known. They are planning to discuss the issue of inviting Ukraine to NATO.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine confirmed the readiness of some countries to deploy their military contingents on the territory of Ukraine. Specific plans for the deployment of foreign military forces are under discussion.

The Foreign Ministry spokesperson reported on the active work on the delivery of air defense systems that Ukraine needs. Specific systems and their locations have already been identified for further delivery.

Russian shelling in Kyiv damaged a building with 6 embassies, including broken windows and damaged ceilings. There were no injuries among the diplomats.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry responded to a statement by a Belarusian official about claims to participate in peace talks on Ukraine. The ministry recalled Belarus' complicity in the aggression and pointed to the possibility of bringing it to justice.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry called on Hungary to stop manipulating the topic of peace and Christmas, and to refrain from contacts with Russia. The ministry emphasizes that Hungary's actions impede Ukraine's defense capabilities.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry expressed its strong protest over the visit of the Pan-African Parliament delegation to the occupied territory of Donetsk region. The delegation from 12 African countries took part in a Russian propaganda campaign.

The President of Ukraine discussed with government officials the program “Grain from Ukraine” on food aid to Syria. It is planned to provide wheat, flour and oil to ensure food security in the region.

Deputy Foreign Minister Mariana Betsa met with the UNHCR representative in Ukraine. The parties discussed support for educational centers abroad and assistance to war-affected people in the frontline regions.

The IAEA Board of Governors adopted a resolution on the protection of the energy infrastructure of nuclear power plants. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry welcomed the document, which recognizes attacks on power substations as a threat to nuclear safety.

The Ukrainian Embassy in Georgia is investigating reports of the detention of a Ukrainian citizen during the protests in Tbilisi. The fact of the detained person's Ukrainian citizenship has not yet been confirmed by the Georgian side.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated the possibility of restoring relations with Syria after the fall of the Assad regime. The new government should review relations with the Russian Federation and recognize the territorial integrity of Ukraine.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry expressed solidarity with Romania over Russia's interference in the electoral process. Declassified data confirms the Kremlin's attempts to influence democratic processes in the EU and NATO countries.

The Ukrainian Embassy in Lebanon has called on Ukrainians to refrain from traveling to Syria due to the worsening situation. Those who are in the country are advised to follow security measures and consider leaving.

Dmitry Kuleba has been appointed a senior fellow at the Belfer Center at Harvard Kennedy School. He will be engaged in research on global security and geopolitics, periodically attending the University.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine categorically rejects the accusations of the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the UN regarding the involvement of the Main Intelligence Directorate in supporting the rebels in Syria. The Ministry emphasizes that it is Russia and Iran that are responsible for the deterioration of the security situation in the region.

Three journalists were injured during protests against the termination of EU accession negotiations in Tbilisi. Security forces dispersed the protesters with water cannons and tear gas.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that it is refusing any security guarantees that are an alternative to full membership in NATO. The decision was made in view of the experience of the Budapest Memorandum and its ineffectiveness.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry expresses concern about the aggravation of the situation in Syria, where the war has been going on for 13 years. The conflict has resulted in numerous civilian casualties and poses a threat to regional security.