Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó accused Ukraine of attacking the oil pipeline leading to Hungary. The head of Ukrainian diplomacy, Andriy Sybiha, reminded that Russia started the war.
In Kharkiv, the number of victims from the Russian drone strike on a residential building has increased to 20, including six children. Five people died, among them two children.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called on allies to continue pressure on Russia after the strike on a residential building in Kharkiv. The attack killed at least five people, including a child.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Donald Trump in Washington on Monday. The meeting will discuss further steps to end the war and build the infrastructure of security guarantees.
The UN Secretary-General's annual report for 2024 confirms systematic sexual violence by Russians in the occupied territories of Ukraine. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine calls for strengthening sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Ukraine and its international partners insist that no decisions regarding a peaceful settlement can be made without Ukraine's participation. Negotiations will only make sense after a sustainable ceasefire is achieved, as Russia seeks a pause for regrouping.
The Ukrainian Air Assault Forces state that Putin's plans for Sumy region are doomed to fail. The enemy will face minefields, swamps, and devastating losses, similar to those near Bakhmut.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that there should be no "gifts" to Russia, as every concession provokes further aggression. He emphasized that Ukraine's position is unchanged: peace through strength is the only effective approach to negotiations.
The Prosecutor General's Office of Ukraine states that Interpol categorically refuses to put Russian war criminals on the wanted list, despite the availability of evidence. Ukraine is ready to cooperate with other countries to bring criminals to justice.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha emphasized that Ukraine deserves a just peace based on international law and respect for territorial integrity. He stressed that Russia should not be rewarded for the war, and Ukraine will not give away its land.
The foreign ministers of Ukraine, Moldova, and Romania met in Chernivtsi. They agreed to institutionalize the "Ukraine-Moldova-Romania" format and named it the "Odesa Triangle."
The hunger strike of Ukrainians stranded at the Georgian checkpoint "Dariali" on the border with Russia has ended. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is working on returning citizens to their homeland and unblocking the transit route.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced the launch of a test railway connection between Kyiv and Bucharest. Two carriages are departing for Romania via Chisinau, returning to Kyiv tomorrow.
Deputy Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiha met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeshi Iwaya. The parties discussed the situation at the front, sanctions against Russia, and Japan's participation in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Poland expects exhumation works to begin in the Zboiska district of Lviv on August 4. Decisions are also expected regarding a bilateral agreement on minority education and the status of schools with Polish as the language of instruction.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha visited Poland for talks on establishing joint defense enterprises. The parties discussed strengthening military-technical cooperation and sanction pressure on Russia.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Ukraine aims to end the war this year. He emphasized that devastating sanctions against the Russian economy, promised by Donald Trump, could bring peace closer.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that ordinary Russians should also be held accountable for Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine. He emphasized that it is abnormal for a person who approves of Russian terror to freely move around Europe.
Ukraine advocates for Russia's exclusion from the OSCE due to violations of the Helsinki Declaration and undermining European security. Kyiv calls for reforming the organization to exclude aggressor states.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with the Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Jussi Halla-aho. The parties discussed Ukraine's European integration, NATO accession, and defense cooperation.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu. They discussed a ceasefire, the release of captured OSCE staff, and the reform of the organization.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed defense cooperation with the Association of Finnish Defense and Aerospace Industries. Ukraine invited Finnish companies to an international defense forum and expressed interest in Finland's experience in building shelters.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called Donald Trump's position on Moscow realistic and firm, as Putin rejects peace efforts. Sybiha emphasized the need for a consolidated sanctions strike against Russia to stop financing its military budget.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha expressed condolences over the death of dozens of people in the DRC as a result of an attack by a terrorist group linked to the "Islamic State". Kyiv strongly condemns the outbreak of violence against peaceful Congolese citizens.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha outlined seven key priorities of "power diplomacy" at the annual Meeting of Heads of Foreign Diplomatic Missions. These include strengthening defense capabilities, sanctions pressure on Russia, bringing war criminals to justice, attracting resources for reconstruction, promoting Euro-Atlantic integration, public diplomacy, and protecting Ukrainians abroad.
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Israel, Gideon Sa'ar, visited the Babyn Yar memorial complex. The visit took place as part of the Israeli Foreign Minister's arrival in Kyiv for negotiations.
Trade turnover between Ukraine and Israel increased by 65% last year, reaching almost a billion dollars. The countries also have significant potential in the field of defense technologies, which needs to be realized.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiha and Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France Jean-Noël Barrot visited Kharkiv to discuss strengthening air defense and protecting the city from Russian terror. They saw firsthand the consequences of Russian strikes on civilian targets and discussed attracting additional international support for the region's residents.
Ukraine will introduce the position of ambassador to UNESCO for the first time. This decision was made in response to Russia's strikes on cultural heritage sites, which require enhanced protection and restoration.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha announced the creation of a new format of cooperation Ukraine – Benelux, which will unite Ukraine with Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. The first ministerial meeting will take place in the near future, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also initiated a strategy regarding the Arctic, Antarctic, and the World Ocean.
