4th Crimea Platform Summit: Statements by EU Presidents von der Leyen and Michel
EU Commission President von der Leyen and European Council President Michel participated via video in the 4th Crimea Platform Summit.
12/09/2024
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Speech by EU Council President Michel at the Bled Strategic Forum
“Solidarity — this is what reinforces the fabric of a community. Solidarity — this is what gives us the power to stand strong against life’s greatest challenges, and this same solidarity is at the very heart of European integration. It makes our European Union stronger. So you won’t be surprised that today I want to talk about solidarity. And I want to talk about enlargement.”
28/08/2023
European Forum Alpbach: UN SG calls for radical rethinking of approaches to peace and security
Greetings to everyone gathered in beautiful Alpbach! Since your first meeting in 1945, this Forum has become a unique space for reflection and action across generations, geographies, and disciplines. Today, you are meeting at a time of great tension and turmoil. War has returned to the European continent with the Russian invasion of Ukraine. And all around the world, old and new conflicts rage on.
28/08/2023
Zelenskyy: The US and the EU should share the risks of possible elections in Ukraine during the war
Elections in Ukraine under martial law are possible only if the right to vote is ensured for all citizens, including military personnel and forced migrants abroad; funding and the presence of foreign observers at polling stations on the frontline must also be ensured. This was stated by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an interview with journalist Natalia Moseychuk.
28/08/2023
International teams examine foreign-made components used by Russia in its UAVs
The International Working Group on Sanctions Against Russia, co-chaired by Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and Director of the Freeman-Spogli Institute for International Studies (FSI) Ambassador Michael McFaul, has examined 174 foreign components removed from three UAV models used by Russian troops on the battlefield in Ukraine.
28/08/2023
Norway will lead defence materiel cooperation in Ukraine
Norway entered into an agreement with Ukraine to support the development of a Ukrainian defence material organisation in March 2023. Norway will now also lead the work at a strategic level in NATO, which coordinates the efforts to develop the defence material work between allied nations and Ukraine. The sector will be developed in the direction of western standards and working methods.
28/08/2023
Norway to donate mine clearance equipment to Ukraine
The Russian forces have laid extensive minefields to prevent the Ukrainian forces from breaking through the front lines. These minefields are making Ukraine’s fight against the Russian invading forces extremely difficult. The Ukrainian authorities have therefore requested support to be able to advance across the minefields.
25/08/2023
Norwegian funding to secure energy supplies in Ukraine
The Norwegian funding will be channelled through the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). It will be used to repair and maintain critical electricity infrastructure and provide emergency power in areas affected by Russian attacks (NOK 865 million) and to replenish natural gas stocks (NOK 635 million). The support is part of the multi-year Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine.
25/08/2023
Ukraine: President Zelenskyy meets with Norwegian PM, Norway supports aviation coalition
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a meeting with Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre, who is on a visit to our country. The Head of State noted that he was especially pleased to welcome the Prime Minister of Norway to Kyiv on Independence Day of Ukraine.
24/08/2023
US: Sanctions and visa restrictions on individuals and entities connected with forced transfer and deportation of Ukrainian children during Russia’s war
The Department is designating the below individuals and entity that have reportedly played a role in forcibly deporting Ukrainian children from Russia-occupied areas of Ukraine to Russia, and/or transferring Ukrainian children within Russia-occupied areas of Ukraine. Children are the most innocent victims of war: we have not forgotten Ukraine’s children. These designations underscore our commitment to upholding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine and advancing accountability for the Russian
24/08/2023
NATO: Deputy Secretary General’s message to the Ukrainian people on their Independence Day
Mr Geoana said, “Today is a proud day for all Ukrainians, a celebration of your independence from the Soviet Union. I very much look forward to the time when it is also a celebration of your victory over Russian aggression, and a celebration of your continued freedom. On your Independence Day, I wish you all strength and success going forward. Slava Ukraini!”
24/08/2023
Kyiv: Finnish PM Orpo meets with Ukrainian leaders and attends Crimea Platform Summit
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo visited Kyiv on Wednesday 23 August. There, he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk. Prime Minister Orpo also attended the third Crimea Platform Summit hosted by President Zelenskyy, where discussions highlighted the status of Crimea as part of Ukraine.
24/08/2023
Crimea Platform: Video message by European Council President Charles Michel
The EU will continue to call for full accountability for Russia’s crimes, including for the crime of aggression, and will not recognise any illegal attempt to change the status of Ukraine’s territories, including the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol. “Respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries is a basic principle of the UN Charter and that’s why we support you, President Zelenskyy, and your peace
23/08/2023
Russian air transport agency Rosaviatsia names Prigozhin and Utkin among passengers of plane crashed in the Tver region
Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was listed as a passenger on a private jet which crashed on Wednesday evening north of Moscow with no survivors, the Russian authorities said. There was no confirmation that Prigozhin was physically on board and Reuters could not immediately confirm that he was on the aircraft.
23/08/2023
Crimea Platform: Deputy Secretary General on NATO’s “unwavering support to Ukraine”
NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană participated in the Third Summit of the International Crimea Platform on Wednesday (23 August 2023). He outlined decisions taken by NATO leaders at the Vilnius Summit in July to move Ukraine closer to the Alliance than ever before.
23/08/2023
France/Ukraine: Condemnation of Russian strikes
France condemns the Russian strikes that targeted villages near Lyman, killing at least three civilians and injuring at least two people. These latest attacks on residential areas illustrate yet again Russia’s utter contempt for the lives of civilians and international humanitarian law, which it has flagrantly and repeatedly violated since the beginning of its aggression against Ukraine.
23/08/2023
Finnish PM Orpo meets with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is on a visit to Ukraine and met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv this morning. Orpo will also attend the third Crimea Platform Summit. In his meeting with Zelenskyy, Orpo stressed that Finland’s strong and unwavering support to Ukraine would continue.
23/08/2023
Finnish Government to fly flags for Ukrainian Independence Day on 24 August
In honour of Ukrainian Independence Day on Thursday 24 August, Finnish Government will fly the Ukrainian flag at Senate Square and at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs’ main building Merikasarmi, which will also be illuminated in blue and yellow in the evening. That same day, Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will take part in the UNITED FOR UKRAINE – UNITED FOR PEACE event organised
23/08/2023
Third Summit of the Crimea Platform: Video message of Charles Michel
The EU will continue to call for full accountability for these crimes, including for the crime of aggression, and will not recognise any illegal attempt to change the status of Ukraine’s territories, including the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol, because respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries is a basic principle of the UN Charter and that’s why we support you, President Zelenskyy, and your
23/08/2023
EU Commission pays a further €1.5bn in assistance to Ukraine
The Commission has today paid €1.5 billion under the Macro-financial Assistance + package for Ukraine worth up to €18 billion. With this instrument, the EU seeks to help Ukraine cover its immediate funding needs, with stable, predictable, and sizeable financial support in 2023. With today’s payment, Ukraine has so far received €12 billion this year under Macro-financial Assistance +.
22/08/2023
Finnish 2023 Annual Meeting of Heads of Mission: Speech by the Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen
A new era has begun in Finland’s foreign and security policy. NATO membership will strengthen not only our security, but also the stability of Northern Europe. Finland’s strong defence capability and resilience will strengthen the whole Alliance, says Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen in her speech at the Annual Meeting of Heads of Mission.
22/08/2023