December 4, 02:10 PM • 26814 viewsThe Presidential Office emphasized that a ceasefire is the first step towards ending the war. Sybiha called for concrete steps, starting with a full 30-day ceasefire.
Donald Trump commented on Putin's statement about negotiations, emphasizing the readiness of the United States to work with both sides. He announced an important week in this context.
Putin's spokesman Peskov said that Russia "promises to think" about Ukraine's proposal for a 30-day ceasefire.
The French President announced the readiness of a new package of sanctions against the Russian Federation in case of refusal to fully cease fire. A contingent is also being prepared to support the Ukrainian army.
The French President stated that the first level of defense is the Ukrainian army, the second is the guarantees of the allies. He wants a ceasefire to begin on Monday.
President Zelenskyy announced a telephone conversation with Donald Trump, where a complete ceasefire was discussed. Ukraine and its allies are ready for a ceasefire from Monday.
Ukraine, together with its allies, demands a complete ceasefire from Russia from May 12 for 30 days. Monitoring is possible in coordination with the US for a real chance of diplomacy.
Ukraine is expelling two Hungarian diplomats within 48 hours. This is in response to Hungary's expulsion of two Ukrainians, who were accused of espionage in Budapest.
The Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Britain discussed diplomatic efforts for a just peace. Britain had previously announced sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet.
Ukraine is ready to open the first cluster of negotiations with the EU and expects a constructive dialogue with Hungary, which previously opposed Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
Ukraine and the European Union plan to create a special court to prosecute the President of Russia and other officials for organizing the invasion. Political approval of the tribunal is expected in the near future.
The National Security and Defense Council stated that the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation is spreading false accusations of Ukraine violating the ceasefire. In fact, the Russian Federation is violating its own "truce", hitting civilians in Kharkiv region with drones, launching air strikes on Sumy region and attacking at the front.
On May 9, the constituent documents for the establishment of a special tribunal regarding the aggression of the Russian Federation will be signed in Lviv. The implementation will take place on the platform of the Council of Europe, and the tribunal may start working as early as next year.
According to the National Security and Defense Council, the "truce" announced by Russia is not in effect, attacks continue. Since midnight, 734 violations of the ceasefire regime and 63 assault operations have been recorded.
In the first half of the day, russia violated the ceasefire regime, which it had declared itself, 734 times. 63 assault operations and numerous shellings were recorded, Ukraine is responding to the attacks.
Europe intends to clearly mark its voice in the peace process regarding Ukraine. The final form of the peace agreement will determine the future of Ukraine, but will also affect the security and stability of the European continent
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned the night shelling of Kyiv and other cities, emphasizing that this makes Russia's participation in the events for the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazism unacceptable. He called for increased pressure on Moscow.
EU foreign ministers will meet in Warsaw to discuss relations with the US and support for Ukraine. They will also discuss cooperation with Great Britain on defense issues.
An exhibition of domestically produced weapons and an art installation dedicated to Infantry Day opened at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. Smetanin announced the growth of the defense industry's capacity to $35 billion.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, stated that concrete decisions on the establishment of a special tribunal regarding the crime of aggression of the Russian Federation will be adopted in the near future.
Luxembourg will provide Ukraine with 10 million euros to support energy infrastructure in 2025. 1 million euros will also be allocated for psychological support of young people through the Olena Zelenska Foundation.
Luxembourg's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Xavier Bettel, stated that the ceasefire announced by Russia for May 8-10 is an attempt to use the truce for propaganda purposes. True peace cannot be "for three days".
Andriy Sybiga announced expectations for further active participation of the USA in peace efforts. Ukraine has accepted the proposal for an unconditional ceasefire and calls on the world to put pressure on Russia.
The National Court of Spain has classified the investigation of large-scale power outages. A version of a cyberattack on critical infrastructure is being considered.
The head of the Presidential Office thanked US Special Representative Keith Kellogg for supporting Ukraine's position on a complete ceasefire. He stressed the importance of ending the shelling to end the war.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine have evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children who had been held in a camp in Syria for 6 years. In total, Ukraine has evacuated 14 women and 41 children from the "Roj" camp.
Sybiga had his first telephone conversation with the future head of the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs: what was discussed.
The UN Security Council meeting convened by France will consider Russian aggression and terror against civilians. Ukraine calls for increased pressure on Moscow.
Andriy Sybiha offered Spain, Portugal and France assistance from Ukraine after the power outages. Ukrainian diplomats are already in contact with the governments of these countries.
According to Deputy Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha, Ukraine is ready to support a lasting ceasefire. He called on Russia to cease fire immediately, not to wait until May 8.
