January 12, 12:45 AM • 33748 viewsJanuary 10, 03:04 PM • 35238 viewsJanuary 10, 01:08 PM • 37358 viewsJanuary 8, 08:37 AM • 93445 viewsFour French diplomats will travel to Syria on December 17 to establish their first contacts with the new government. The mission aims to restore French influence and assess the humanitarian needs of the population.
Friedrich Merz called Olaf Scholz's European policy a “complete failure”. According to him, EU leaders do not want to meet with the chancellor, who either keeps silent or reads moral lectures.
The French president plans to discuss the deployment of peacekeepers in Ukraine after the ceasefire at the EU summit. France is forming a coalition of 5-8 European countries to implement this initiative.
An ancient Christian relic believed to be the crown of thorns of Jesus has been returned to Notre Dame Cathedral. The relic will be available for public veneration every Friday until April 18, and then on the first Friday of every month.
Trump's team is actively consulting with Kiev and the Biden administration on a plan to end the war. The details of the plan have not been disclosed yet, but sources confirm the seriousness of the new president's intentions.
At the meeting in Paris, Trump spoke in favor of the presence of European troops in Ukraine after the ceasefire. He does not support Ukraine's accession to NATO, but wants to see it strong and well-armed.
French President Macron postponed the announcement of a new prime minister until Friday morning instead of the promised 48 hours. This appointment is to replace the cabinet of Michel Barnier, who resigned after being defeated in parliament.
The fourth round of negotiations between Ukraine and the UK on a new partnership agreement took place. The parties noted significant progress in agreeing on key sections of the document.
The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, announced consultations with the team of US President-elect Trump before the inauguration. The main topic of discussion is ending the war on the terms of a just peace and international law.
The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, said that there is currently no peace plan from the Trump team, and the Ukrainian side has not seen it. Yermak also expressed hope for fruitful cooperation with the newly appointed special representative Keith Kellogg.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says Warsaw has no plans to send troops to Ukraine, despite media speculation. During his meeting with Macron, the two discussed security and support for Ukraine.
Ukraine is open to discussing proposals to deploy a foreign military contingent on its territory. Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna said that Kyiv is ready to consider all working options.
Donald Trump said that resolving the war in Ukraine is his top priority along with the situation in the Middle East. He emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire and the start of negotiations.
French President Macron will visit Warsaw for talks with Duda and Tusk on the eastern border. France offers a peacekeeping mission to ensure compliance with a possible truce in Ukraine.
Finance Minister Marchenko stated that there are sufficient funds and weapons to confront the Russian Federation until at least mid-2025. Ukraine is preparing for possible changes in US support after the presidential election.
At the 35-minute meeting, Trump expressed his desire for an immediate cease-fire in Ukraine. Zelensky and Macron stressed the need for security guarantees and US support.
The President of Ukraine spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about his recent contacts with Trump and Macron. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Trump's determination and discussed coordination of positions ahead of the December talks.
The French president held a two-hour meeting with political party leaders at the Elysee Palace. Macron promised to appoint a new prime minister and not to dissolve parliament until 2027.
The survey showed a significant increase in Ukrainians' trust in Donald Trump - from 10. 1% to 44.6%. The most trusted foreign leaders are Ursula von der Leyen and Andrzej Duda, with 65% each.
The French president proposed deploying foreign troops in Ukraine prior to NATO membership. Experts are discussing various formats of presence - from police missions to combat contingents.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that peace talks on Ukraine are likely to begin in the winter. Poland seeks to play a key role in resolving the conflict and will hold a number of important meetings.
French Ambassador Gael Veyer has expressed his readiness to provide Ukraine with significant support to ensure sustainable peace. France expects Ukraine to clearly define the assistance needed and plans technical and political preparations.
Ihor Zhovkva, deputy head of the Presidential Administration, said that he would continue the dialogue with all 32 NATO members on Ukraine's invitation. The position of Germany and the United States is decisive, but membership is impossible until the aggressor is defeated.
The President of Ukraine opposed lowering the conscription age for sending soldiers to the front. He emphasized the importance of providing existing brigades with equipment and training instead of recruiting young soldiers.
Ukraine may consider Macron's proposal to deploy foreign troops as a guarantee of security before joining NATO. Zelensky plans to discuss with Biden the issue of inviting Ukraine to join the Alliance.
The President of Ukraine intends to contact Joe Biden to discuss a possible invitation to NATO. Zelenskyy emphasized that although Ukraine cannot currently be in the Alliance, the issue of the invitation remains relevant.
In the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, for the first time in 5 years, a mass was held with the consecration of a new altar. The ceremony was attended by President Macron, 150 bishops and more than 100 priests.
Donald Trump stated that Ukraine "likely" will not receive the current levels of military aid from the US under his presidency. He also did not provide clear guarantees regarding support for NATO.
Peskov commented on Trump's statement about the need for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin recalled Putin's conditions and accused Kiev of banning contacts.
After meeting with Zelensky in Paris, Trump announced the need for a cease-fire and the start of negotiations. According to him, Ukraine is ready to conclude an agreement on ending the war.
