James O'Brien


Yermak meets with Blinken's aide: discusses the frontline, defense agreements and sanctions against Russia
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak met with James O'Brien, Assistant Secretary of State. The parties discussed the situation at the frontline, defense cooperation and strengthening of sanctions against Russia.

The United States may impose sanctions on Georgian politicians due to the adoption of the draft law on foreign agents
Georgia passed a controversial law on "foreign agents" despite massive protests, triggering potential US sanctions against officials responsible for undermining democracy.

Founder of Georgia's ruling party refuses to meet with State Department representative
The founder of Georgia's ruling party, Bidzina Ivanishvili, refused to meet with U. S. Assistant Secretary of State James O'Brien because his funds were frozen by a Swiss bank on suspicion of Russian origin.

Georgian PM says parliament will adopt law on "foreign agents" tomorrow
Georgia's prime minister has announced that the country's parliament will pass a controversial law on "foreign agents" tomorrow despite protests, escalating tensions over the legislation that has been criticized as repressive.

Macron spoke secretly with Biden and Scholz to convince them to change strategy in Russia's war against Ukraine - WSJ
Macron urged Biden and Scholz to adopt a strategy of uncertainty about Russia in the war in Ukraine, but faced opposition from allies who fear escalation.

Macron: The West plans to involve third countries in supplying ammunition to Ukraine
The West plans to involve third countries in supplying ammunition to Ukraine to support its defense against Russian invasion, French President Emmanuel Macron said.

Umerov: Ukraine is ready to invest in joint defense enterprises with the US
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov expressed his readiness to invest in defense companies and buy American-made weapons directly with the United States.

Protecting Ukraine's energy infrastructure in winter is among top U.S. priorities - Ambassador Brink
The US ambassador to Ukraine said that protecting Ukraine's energy infrastructure during the winter and maximizing exports are top US priorities, emphasizing support for defense and economic recovery.

Head of the OP discusses implementation of the Ukrainian peace formula with representatives of the US State Department
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak met with U. S. officials to discuss the implementation of bilateral agreements and emphasized the need for U.S. support and continued sanctions against Russia. The importance of unity and clear action plans to protect Ukraine was also emphasized.