Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, and the High Representative of the EU, Kaja Kallas, discussed the strengthening of sanctions against Russia and Ukraine's accession to the EU. Sybiha emphasized Ukraine's fulfillment of all requirements for negotiations on EU membership.
On June 22, 176 people, including 133 Ukrainians, were evacuated from Israel due to the worsening security situation. The operation was carried out by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on behalf of President Zelenskyy; the plane with passengers landed in Moldova.
The first group of 40 Ukrainian teenagers who were injured in a road accident in France returned to Ukraine. 9 Ukrainians remain in French hospitals, they are provided with consular support.
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Austria signed a declaration of cooperation. Austria confirmed its readiness to join demining and help children.
Advisor to the Head of the Presidential Office, Daria Zarivna, stated that the militarization of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia is a long-term threat to the整个世界. As part of Bring Kids Back UA, 1,359 children have been returned.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is clarifying data about Ukrainians in Israel and Iran. Unfortunately, there are already deaths in Israel, including three children. The President expressed his condolences to family and friends.
The "Sophia of Kyiv" Reserve was closed to visitors on June 13. UNESCO experts visited it due to damage caused by a Russian missile strike, including the loss of a fragment of the cornice.
Sybiha met with his EU counterpart Kaja Kallas in Rome. They discussed news from the war front, peace efforts of Ukraine and the West, as well as Kyiv's urgent needs against the background of a full-scale war. Ukraine thanked the EU for its continued support.
Andriy Sybiga and Johann Wadephul discussed joint actions to achieve peace and additional support for air defense.
Ukrainian consuls met with a 16-year-old boy suspected of murdering his mother and sister in Belgium. His health is satisfactory, and the investigation is ongoing.
The Kremlin is mocking the peace efforts of partners and continuing the war, throwing thousands of soldiers into battle in various directions. Russia strikes Ukraine daily with hundreds of "Shaheds".
Ukraine is negotiating with the United States regarding the purchase of weapons, including Patriot air defense systems. A fund created under a mineral agreement is being considered to finance the purchases.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs instructed the embassy in Belgium to monitor the case of the death of a mother and daughter. Two Ukrainian women were found dead with stab wounds in Hassrode.
Clashes occurred between police and opponents of "KyivPride Park" in the center of Kyiv. Radically-minded individuals have been detained for verification, and the police are maintaining order.
Ukraine has conveyed to Russia its vision of a ceasefire and is awaiting the promised memorandum. This is necessary for a substantive discussion of positions at the next meeting of delegations.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will soon arrive in Ukraine after a visit to Russia. During the meeting, peace efforts and bilateral cooperation will be discussed.
The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that if the Russian Federation does not slow down the peace process, then let it show its "memorandum". Ukraine is waiting for proposals from the Russian Federation for discussion.
Ukraine strives to be part of the NATO summit in The Hague, hoping for strong decisions. Sybiha emphasized the importance of allied unity amid Russian air terror.
Andriy Sybiha opened the premiere of a film about a US tour that combined 69 cities and 260 performances. This is an expression of gratitude for the assistance to Ukraine and cultural diplomacy.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine announced that procedures are ongoing on the Spanish side in the case of the murder of Andriy Portnov. In Ukraine, all bodies are ready to respond.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiha held negotiations with the head of the Canadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. They discussed peace for Ukraine and sanctions against the Russian Federation.
The countries of the European Union have already provided Ukraine with two-thirds of the 2 million promised artillery shells. Work is currently underway to ensure the supply of the remaining ammunition.
Trilateral talks between the delegations of Ukraine, the United States of America, and Turkey are starting in Istanbul. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine met with colleagues from Germany, Poland and France to discuss peace efforts and coordinate further steps. The parties emphasized increasing pressure on Moscow.
The Prime Minister of Ukraine held a meeting on the mechanism for confiscating frozen Russian assets. Ukraine is strengthening its defense at the expense of profits from these assets.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine doubts that putin will agree to negotiations with Zelensky in Turkey on May 15. Sybiha believes it is unlikely that the Russian Federation will have enough courage.
Former Ukrainian diplomat Serhiy Alexandrov was detained in Hungary. This happened after the exposure of the Hungarian intelligence network in Ukraine and the expulsion of diplomats.
The largest stations in Ukraine broadcasted gratitude to Europe on the boards and through announcements. The action is timed to coincide with Europe Day, which Ukraine has been celebrating with EU countries since 2023.
Ukraine called on India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and diplomacy. This happened against the background of missile strikes and reports of casualties on both sides.
Zelenskyy instructed the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to cooperate with partners to finance the production of interceptor drones. Ukraine has significantly strengthened its drone capabilities for defense.