The Czech Republic will build and donate an Earth observation satellite to Ukraine, capable of collecting data regardless of weather conditions and daylight. The project will be launched in the coming months, and the satellite is expected to be launched within a year.
EU governments have agreed to restrict travel for Russian diplomats within the bloc in response to a surge in sabotage, often led by spies operating under diplomatic cover. This is part of a new package of sanctions being developed by Brussels, which requires unanimous support.
The Czech government has banned entry for Russian diplomats and service passport holders without national accreditation. This measure was introduced due to an increase in the number of sabotage acts.
Ambassador Daniel Koštoval will personally deliver a note of protest to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Czech Republic will demand information about those detained and compensation for property damage.
Czech President Petr Pavel stated that Ukraine has received approximately 3. 5 million large-caliber shells within the framework of the "artillery initiative." In 2025 alone, over 1.1 million shells have been delivered, which the Czech Republic purchases from third countries.
The Czech Republic, which coordinates the supply of artillery shells to Ukraine, has faced criticism from the ANO party, which considers the program too expensive. The party leader promises to cancel it if he returns to power, despite the initiative's success in reducing Russia's advantage in ammunition.
The Czech Republic has successfully delivered over a million artillery shells to Ukraine, but the populist ANO party criticizes this initiative. Its leader, Andrej Babiš, promises to stop supplies if he comes to power, considering the costs too high for taxpayers.
The European Union is considering tightening restrictions on tourist visas for Russian citizens and imposing restrictions on the movement of Russian diplomats within the bloc.
The European Commission is preparing new recommendations for member states on stricter restrictions on issuing visas to Russians. The document provides for stricter criteria but will not be mandatory, leaving the decision to national governments.
In Copenhagen, EU foreign ministers are discussing strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia and using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's reconstruction. Humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip is also being discussed.
The EU is struggling to develop new sanctions against Russia, considering restrictions on the movement of diplomats. An increase in profits for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets is also being discussed.
Ukraine has received over a million large-caliber artillery shells as part of the Czech initiative. The total number of ammunition transferred will reach 1.8 million shells by the end of the year.
Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovile Sakalene commented on the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska. She noted that Russia continues to bomb civilians in Ukraine, and Putin expressed veiled threats to Europe.
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský compared the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska to the 1938 Munich Conference. He quoted Anthony Eden on the temporary appeasement through a policy of concessions to violence.
Ukraine has received a million large-caliber ammunition as part of the Czech initiative, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala announced. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz highly praised this assistance.
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský, during his visit to Dnipro, held part of his meetings in a bomb shelter due to an air raid alert. This was the second time in two days that the minister had to interrupt his schedule due to an alarm.
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.
Ukraine and the Czech Republic will continue joint arms production projects, and cooperation will be intensified. The Czech Republic will provide Ukraine with 1.8 million rounds of ammunition by the end of the year and participates in the aviation coalition.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that increasing the cost of aggression for Russia is a key tool to compel Putin to serious negotiations. Ukraine needs US leadership for an effective security architecture and for Russia to realize the futility of its strategic goals.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine met with his Czech counterpart. The problem of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war was discussed at the press conference.
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský arrived in Ukraine for his sixth visit. He assured of unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
A man was detained in Dnipro who last year threatened terrorist attacks in schools in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. His activities were financed by Russians, and the detention took place with the participation of Ukrainian, Czech, and Slovak special services.
Jan Lipavský stated that in regions where Russia borders NATO countries, there is no war, unlike other regions where conflicts are taking place. Kellogg previously said that Russia's concern about NATO expansion is understandable.
Czech President Petr Pavel plans to receive the head of a foreign state on Sunday. According to media reports, it may be Volodymyr Zelenskyy with his wife.
Ukraine will receive 400,000 rounds of ammunition from the Czech Republic under the "Czech Initiative". Russia's artillery advantage has decreased by 500 percent.
Yesterday, Russia struck Kryvyi Rih. At least 19 people died, including 9 children. The international community expressed condolences to the families of the victims and condemned Russian aggression.
A number of EU countries, including Germany and the Baltic States, have advocated funding for Radio Free Europe amid decreasing support from the US. The Czech Republic initiated this issue at a meeting of EU foreign ministers.
The Czech government is raising the issue in the EU regarding support for broadcasters Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. The Czech Foreign Minister emphasizes that the closure of broadcasters would be a loss for democracy.
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky met with Keith Kellogg in Washington, DC. He emphasized the need to arm Ukraine in order to negotiate from a strong position.
The Czech Republic is preparing a new project to supply ammunition to Ukraine in 2025. The volume of new supplies will depend on available funding, but there is still enough ammunition in the world to purchase.
