January 4, 05:30 PM • 33807 viewsJanuary 4, 03:02 PM • 29048 viewsJanuary 1, 12:15 PM • 84173 viewsAt the Ukraine-Southeast Europe summit, President Zelenskyy called for ensuring that Russia does not have the strength to continue its aggression. Ukraine and Croatia sign an agreement on long-term cooperation.
Ukraine's ambassador to Turkey announced plans to hold a peace summit with Russia by the end of the year. The format involves third parties, without direct bilateral negotiations with Russia.
Pope Francis will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on October 11 in Rome. During the visit, Zelenskyy is also expected to hold talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
The President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of Croatia held talks on military assistance, demining, and reconstruction. Croatia has provided 11 defense support packages and is sharing its experience in various fields.
President Zelenskyy meets with Croatian Prime Minister Plenkovic. A long-term support agreement covering defense assistance, demining, rehabilitation, and Ukraine's European integration is signed.
The Minister of Culture of Ukraine Mykola Tochytskyi said that the national telethon “United News” will continue broadcasting as long as the war continues. He emphasized the importance of the marathon for countering Russian propaganda.
Ukraine imposed sanctions against the manufacturer of “Kinzhals” - do western restrictions apply to the Rostec corporation.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy arrives in Croatia to meet with Prime Minister Plenkovic and participate in the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit. Defense cooperation, rehabilitation of soldiers, and international efforts for peace will be discussed.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a draft law amending the Criminal Code of Ukraine in accordance with the Rome Statute of the ICC. The amendments provide for stricter punishment for aggression and the introduction of new articles on crimes against humanity.
The President of Ukraine will take part in the summit in Dubrovnik on October 9. The purpose of the meeting is to express the solidarity of Southeast European countries with Ukraine in the fight against Russian aggression.
The authorities of the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation have decided to close the villages of Petrivka and Solovyovka and evacuate their residents due to constant shelling. The residents will be provided with new housing.
The President of Ukraine signed two decrees on personal sanctions against 90 individuals and 61 legal entities. The sanctions are aimed at traitors to Ukraine and military production in Russia.
Members of the European Parliament approved the allocation of more than €1 billion from the EU Solidarity Fund for 5 countries affected by floods in 2023. Slovenia, Italy and Greece will receive the largest amounts.
The President of Ukraine said that the Armed Forces of Ukraine maintain the necessary pressure on Russia in the Kursk region, where fighting has been going on for three months. Zelenskyy also heard reports on processes in the enemy's system and cooperation with partners.
The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff on weapons production and supply. They discussed the needs of the army, domestic production, drones, electronic warfare systems, and the missile program.
The German government has expressed regret over the cancellation of US President Joe Biden's visit due to the hurricanes in Florida. The visit, scheduled for October 10-12, was supposed to include meetings with European leaders and discussions on the war in Ukraine.
US President Joe Biden has postponed a trip to Germany and Angola due to Hurricane Milton. He is staying in the country to observe the preparations and response to the natural disaster.
Ukraine will not hold the Second Global Peace Summit in November, as previously planned. Currently, thematic conferences are being held on each point of the “Formula for Peace”, which will culminate in the adoption of a communiqué for a future peace plan.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the leadership to discuss the supply of weapons and equipment to the army. Priorities for the defense industry for the next year have been identified, including missiles, drones, and shells.
The Ukrainian military has been given the opportunity to submit electronic reports through the Army+ app. The General Staff plans to expand the functionality by adding military training and new types of reports.
On October 12, the leaders of Germany, the United States, France, and Britain will meet in Berlin to discuss Ukraine. Afterward, they will participate in the Ramstein meeting on assistance to Ukraine.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Brown. They discussed the security situation, the needs of the Armed Forces, and the implementation of the military component of Ukraine's victory plan.
The President of Ukraine has signed a decree promoting Mykhailo Drapatyi, Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, to the rank of Major General. Drapatyi is also the commander of the Kharkiv operational and tactical group of troops.
The President of Ukraine heard reports on weapons production and proposals to partners to invest in the production of drones and electronic warfare systems. These proposals will be presented at the Ramstein.
The President of Ukraine has signed a decree to provide humanitarian aid to the Czech Republic, which has suffered from flooding. The Cabinet of Ministers is to ensure the implementation of this decision.
The President of Ukraine has agreed on a schedule of talks with partners to present the Victory Plan. Zelenskyy proposes to define a vision for ending the war and Ukraine's place in the global security architecture.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak had a phone conversation with National Security Advisor to the President of South Africa Sidney Mufamadi. The parties discussed the situation at the frontline, the Peace Formula and holding thematic conferences.
Head of the Presidential Administration Andriy Yermak had a phone conversation with former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen. They discussed preparations for the Ramstein meeting and Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration.
Deputy Head of the OP Iryna Vereshchuk met with relatives of the captured military who are picketing near the Verkhovna Rada. They discussed the issues of exchanges and social protection of the families of prisoners.
EU diplomat Josep Borrell said that without international support, Ukraine could lose the war in 15 days. He emphasized the importance of continuing assistance so that Ukraine can negotiate with Russia on favorable terms.
