International Relations
Von der Leyen calls on Europe in Munich to be independent, make faster decisions and increase pressure on Russia
On 14 February, at the Munich Security Conference, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Europe must become more independent in matters of security and the economy, move towards more effective decision-making, and not succumb to Russian narratives about the war against Ukraine.
Rubio called for avoiding tensions with China and strengthening the alliance with Europe at the Munich Conference
During his speech at the Munich Security Conference on 14 February, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that it is necessary to maintain dialogue and avoid additional tension in relations with China, while emphasising that the United States expects a strong and self-sufficient partnership from Europe.
Trump stated that regime change in Iran would be the best scenario against the backdrop of nuclear negotiations.
US President Donald Trump has suggested that a change of power in Iran could be the best possible outcome, while strengthening the United States' military presence in the region and continuing negotiations with Tehran on its nuclear programme.
The US is preparing for possible multi-week operations against Iran amid diplomacy in Geneva
The American military is preparing options for prolonged operations against Iran if President Donald Trump decides to strike, while talks between representatives of Washington and Tehran are planned in Geneva, mediated by Oman.
Wang Yi called on the US to cooperate in Munich and discussed Russia's war against Ukraine with European ministers
On the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the foreign ministers of Britain, Germany and France, calling on Beijing and Washington to avoid conflict and move towards mutually beneficial cooperation.
Whitaker named China and aggressive Russia as the main challenges for the US and the West
The US Permanent Representative to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, said that strategic competition with China and Russia's war against Ukraine are shaping the United States' security agenda, and that the end of the war must be acceptable to Kyiv.
European integration, €90 billion and strengthening air defence: Zelensky held a series of meetings with the leaders of Denmark, Finland and the Netherlands
In Munich, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, President of Finland Alexander Stubb, and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof, discussing EU accession, €90 billion in financial support, strengthening air defence, and coordinating diplomatic efforts.
Merz and Rubio discussed the war in Ukraine, NATO and Europe's role in negotiations with Russia in Munich
On the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine and further support for Kyiv.
Zelensky held talks with Merz, Starmer and Rutte in Munich in the Berlin format
On the sidelines of the 62nd Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to discuss the course of the war and further support for Ukraine.
The Kremlin has prepared proposals for the US on Russia's return to dollar settlements
In an internal memo, which, according to Bloomberg, was distributed among senior Russian officials, the Kremlin outlined seven areas of possible economic rapprochement with the United States after an agreement to end the war against Ukraine, including Russia's return to dollar-denominated settlements.
Geneva to host new round of talks between Ukraine, US and Russia: delegation members announced
The Ukrainian side has begun preparations for a trilateral meeting in Geneva on 17–18 February, where negotiations involving representatives from Ukraine, the United States and Russia will continue.
Zelensky and Norwegian Prime Minister discuss strengthening air defence and energy support for Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre, during which the parties identified priorities for cooperation in the military and energy sectors.
