International Relations
Ukraine is technically ready to join the EU in 2027 and supports most points of the American peace plan
The president said that Ukraine could be ready for EU membership as early as 2027 and insists on setting a date for accession in the peace agreement. At the same time, Kyiv agrees with most of the points of the American settlement plan and counts on the role of the United States in its implementation.
German Bundesrat confirms support for Ukraine and adopts 13 Bundestag laws
In the presence of the Ukrainian ambassador, the German state parliament called on Russia to stop the aggression and withdraw troops from the entire territory of Ukraine.
Germany discusses possible joint nuclear umbrella for Europe with partners
Berlin confirmed the start of consultations with European allies on joint nuclear deterrence as a supplement to US security guarantees, stressing that no decisions have been made yet.
Zelensky assessed the new format of negotiations with Russia and proposed a meeting with Putin in Kyiv
The president stated that the new composition of the Russian delegation at the negotiations demonstrates a more serious attitude on the part of the Kremlin, while Ukraine has no official information about the agreements between the leaders of the United States and Russia.
The Bulgarian Parliament ratified an agreement with Italy on a joint NATO base near Kabyle.
Bulgaria has approved an intergovernmental agreement with Italy on the construction and use of a military base for NATO forces. The facility will be able to accommodate a brigade and, if necessary, an entire division, and is expected to strengthen the country`s defence capabilities.
Zelensky stated that there were no agreements with Russia on energy and rejected compromises at the expense of territories
The President emphasised that no energy truce had been concluded with Russia, and that Ukraine was only prepared to take reciprocal steps and make compromises that did not violate its territorial integrity.
Ireland allocates €25 million to restore Ukraine's energy infrastructure
The Irish government will allocate funds to a special fund to support the Ukrainian energy system amid massive attacks by the Russian Federation and extreme winter cold.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE have denied the US permission to use their airspace for a possible strike on Iran.
Washington`s key allies in the Persian Gulf have stated that they will not participate in military operations against Tehran, complicating scenarios for US military pressure.
Belgian mayor draws parallels between Putin's actions and Hitler's rhetoric
The mayor of Mechelen stated that the Kremlin's arguments regarding Ukraine echo the logic of 20th-century aggressors and are aimed at destroying national identity.
Merz: Ukraine's accession to the EU in 2027 is impossible, but the prospect should remain
The German Chancellor stated that Ukraine must meet the Copenhagen criteria for EU membership, and this process usually takes several years.
Tokayev claims Russia laundered billions of dollars through Kazakh banks and tightened controls
The President of Kazakhstan reported large-scale financial abuse by the Russian Federation and announced tough measures against money laundering and crypto schemes.
Rubio explained the US strategy on Venezuela in the Senate after Maduro's removal
Washington reports significant progress in Venezuela following January's operation and outlines a step-by-step plan for stabilising, rebuilding the economy and democratising the country.
