Andriy Sybiha
Prime Minister Koretsky announced the appointment of Yevhenii Khmara as acting Minister of Defense and Andrii Sybiha as acting Minister of Foreign Affairs. Also, the reorganization of the ministry structure has been initiated.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on July 16. The parties discussed diplomatic steps for peace, the situation on the front line, and the development of bilateral trade.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha stated that a bipartisan bill on sanctions against russia is awaiting consideration in the U. S. Senate. The adoption of the document will increase pressure on the Russian economy and contribute to peace in Ukraine.
Ukraine officially opened negotiations on cluster 6 "External Relations" on the path to EU accession. Minister Sybiha stated that 99% of Ukraine's foreign policy is aligned with EU policy.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha condemned Iran's missile strikes on UAE oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Two Ukrainian citizens were injured as a result of the attack.
The First Lady met with the UNESCO Director-General and announced the opening of the installation "One Desk. Two Traces." Russia has damaged or destroyed 1,949 cultural heritage sites in Ukraine.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha together with First Lady Olena Zelenska will hold a meeting with the UNESCO Director-General. They will discuss the protection of Ukraine's cultural heritage and strategic partnership.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha appealed to Polish law enforcement over the incident in Bielsko-Biała, where a man insulted Ukrainian teenagers. The police detained the suspect, who turned out to be a driver of a local carrier.
Andriy Sybiha will take part in a meeting of the EU Council of Foreign Ministers and an event on the release of Ukrainians held by Russia. Key topics are sanctions, air defense, and Ukraine's accession to the EU.
A meeting of the UN Security Council is scheduled for June 22 at Ukraine's request due to Russia's massive attack. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that the attacks are destroying communities and cultural heritage.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha stated that long-range strikes on Russia are carried out with Ukrainian weapons. He emphasized that Putin made a historic mistake by attacking Ukraine.
Sybiha commented on the strike against the Moscow Oil Refinery on the night of June 18. He advised Muscovites to ask Putin about the timeline for ending the war of aggression.
Sybiha and Rubio discussed steps to end the war and the Russian Federation's strike on the Lavra. The parties touched upon the successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the role of the US in the peace process.
Ukraine is convening the UN Security Council and taking relevant steps within UNESCO due to massive attacks on cities and heritage. As a result of Russian strikes, buildings of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra were damaged.
Heorhii Tykhyi criticized UNESCO for failing to name Russia as the party responsible for the attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs demands an international response to the aggressor's actions.
Sybiha called on the EU to create an anti-ballistic shield following Russia's massive attack. The Minister emphasized that there is no alternative to Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is initiating procedures in UNESCO due to the damage to the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra caused by a Russian strike. Andrii Sybiha demands an immediate international response to the crime.
The British Armed Forces intercepted a Russian vessel in the English Channel that was transporting oil in violation of sanctions. Andrii Sybiha expressed gratitude for the strike against the aggressor's revenues.
Ukraine and Hungary have concluded an agreement on minority rights to open EU negotiations. Sybiha called membership in the bloc the best guarantee for the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on partners to synchronize sanctions against Russian media and judges. He also emphasized the responsibility for war propaganda.
YouTube is removing videos about the Alabuga plant, where Shahed drones are assembled. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on other platforms to also block advertisements for sanctioned facilities.
47 states and the EU condemned the Russian attack on the nuclear storage facility near the Chornobyl NPP. Andrii Sybiha called on the world to increase pressure on the aggressor and stop nuclear blackmail.
Donald Tusk stated that he would not dictate flight routes to Zelenskyy after his use of the Chișinău airport. Rzeszów, according to him, remains open.
Bosnia and Herzegovina has become the 50th member of the coalition for the return of Ukrainian children. This decision was officially confirmed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andrii Sybiha.
The President of Ukraine will hold talks with the Estonian leadership and participate in the NB8 summit. The parties will discuss defense, European integration, and new sanctions.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called for stricter controls on alumina exports to Russia. Ireland has already launched an investigation into a plant owned by the Rusal company.
A drone exploded in Moldova, and Chisinau announced negotiations with Ukrainian authorities regarding the drone following the overnight explosion. The country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Russia bears responsibility for the incident due to the initiated war.
As a result of the Russian attack on the nuclear storage facility, a building was damaged and a fire broke out. Radiation levels are normal; Andrii Sybiha has called for a global response.
According to ISW, in May, the occupiers seized 40 sq. km but lost control over 280 sq. km. Russia's combat capabilities are declining amid its refusal to negotiate.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that Russia faces worse peace terms due to its refusal to negotiate. According to him, the situation for the aggressor will deteriorate both on the front lines and in the economy.