March 12, 11:29 AM • 52789 viewsMarch 12, 02:36 PM • 16113 viewsThe Deputy Heads of the OP met with the Hungarian Secretary of State. They discussed regional cooperation, joint projects and priorities for Ukraine's European integration during Hungary's EU presidency.
The President of Ukraine said that the economic booking models shown to him were not fair. Zelenskyy instructed the Ministry of Economy and the Prime Minister to find a balance in this matter.
President Zelenskyy said that partners had proposed lowering the mobilization age, but there are no such plans at the moment. He emphasized that lowering the age of mobilization could be dangerous.
The President of Ukraine said that some partners have expressed a desire to hold direct talks with Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine's position is unchanged: negotiations on Ukraine cannot take place without its participation.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine could receive $35 billion of Russia's $50 billion in frozen assets from the beginning of 2025. This is possible if Hungary does not block certain steps and 99% of EU leaders support this decision.
Zelenskyy said Putin would use the BRICS summit to promote his formula for peace and demonstrate that Russia is not isolated. The president urged partners to work to reduce the level of representation at the summit.
Zelenskyy said that Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia support the idea of replacing part of the US contingent in the EU with Ukrainian troops. The Baltic states want Ukrainian soldiers to defend their borders from Russia.
putin said that Ukraine's creation of nuclear weapons would provoke a response from Russia. He claims that Russia can track any attempts by Ukraine in this direction and will not allow it under any circumstances.
The President of Ukraine said that the secret annexes of the Victory Plan will be shown only to countries that are able to implement them. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of partner support for the plan's implementation.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine had no intention of developing nuclear weapons. He emphasized that NATO membership is better than any weapon to ensure the country's security.
President Zelenskyy announced the return of a Ukrainian brigade from training in France in late November. France is ahead of other countries in reinforcing and manning Ukrainian brigades.
President Zelenskyy said that the United States is bringing Ukraine closer to NATO than ever before. He noted Germany's skepticism and the desire of some leading countries not to completely close the door with Russia.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine will receive aid packages worth $500-750 million from the United States every 2-3 weeks. This is part of a plan to strengthen the Ukrainian army agreed with President Biden.
President Zelenskyy announced the expected arrival of the White House team to Ukraine with a response to the Victory Plan. The Ukrainian delegation has already presented the plan in the United States and received the first feedback.
Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting with the leadership to strengthen air defense. Specific steps have been identified to improve the protection of Ukrainian skies, introduce innovations and cover critical infrastructure.
During a visit to Germany, US President Joe Biden called on allies to continue supporting Ukraine. He warned of a “very difficult winter” and emphasized the need to help Ukraine achieve a just peace.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced a significant increase in support for Ukraine to protect it from Russian aggression. NATO will continue to provide material, military and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine.
Russia is training about 11,000 North Korean soldiers to participate in the war against Ukraine at four training grounds. The training takes place in Khabarovsk, Usuriysk, Blagoveshchensk and Vladivostok.
The US presidential adviser said that Ukraine needs to fulfill security conditions and implement reforms for NATO membership. The US supports Ukraine's future in the Alliance and is working on long-term support.
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced Lithuania's plans to increase investments in the production of drones for Ukraine. Lithuania will also help train one of the Defense Forces brigades and allocate 0.25% of its GDP to Ukraine's defense.
Hungarian Prime Minister Orban has again blocked EU sanctions against Russia, which are necessary to provide Ukraine with $50 billion. He postpones the decision until after the US election, hoping for a Trump victory.
The Defense Ministers of Ukraine and Latvia discussed the development of the Drone Coalition and the purchase of long-range UAVs. Latvia plans to allocate 0.25% of GDP (120 million euros) to help Ukraine and will host a summit of the coalition early next year.
After the NATO-Ukraine meeting, President Zelenskyy called for decisive action against Putin's rise. He emphasized the importance of unity, arms supplies, and strengthening Ukraine's defense industry.
OCU Primate Epifaniy met with the Ukrainian Foreign Minister. They discussed spiritual independence, support for believers abroad, and countering Russia's attempts to destabilize the religious situation in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy said Ukraine was ready to consider real peace proposals from other countries. He called on Western officials to openly discuss the idea of exchanging territory for NATO membership.
President Zelenskyy said the outcome of the US election would be critical for Ukraine. He outlined three possible scenarios, depending on the winner of the presidential race.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed support for Ukraine's Victory Plan within the competence of the EC. The plan has been endorsed by 18 EU members and several NATO defense ministers.
The President of Ukraine compared the discussion of the Victory Plan to discussions about the delivery of Patriots and F-16s. Zelenskyy emphasized the need to implement the plan and the importance of partner support.
Ukraine's president believes that an invitation to join the Alliance will strengthen diplomatic ways to end the war. Zelenskyy noted that this would boost the morale of Ukrainians and isolate Putin.
Kirill Budanov said that 11,000 North Korean infantrymen are being trained in eastern Russia for the war in Ukraine. The first detachment of 2,600 soldiers will deploy to the Kursk region on November 1.
