Politics
Zelensky met with Rubio in Munich and discussed preparations for negotiations in Geneva
During the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and held separate telephone conversations with Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner ahead of the trilateral talks in Geneva.
Sweden has allocated $100 million to support Ukraine within the framework of PURL
Stockholm announced its third contribution to the PURL initiative, amounting to $100 million. Together with the Netherlands, Norway and the United Kingdom, Sweden will finance a joint support package worth $500 million to strengthen Ukraine's defence capabilities.
In Munich, Zelensky discussed energy, drones and security guarantees with international investors
On 14 February, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with leaders of leading international investment companies in Munich to discuss the reconstruction of the energy sector, the development of drone production, attracting investment, and security guarantees.
The US granted Reliance a licence to directly purchase Venezuelan oil after easing sanctions
The United States has granted India's Reliance Industries a general licence allowing the company to purchase Venezuelan oil directly without violating sanctions, amid Washington's statements about easing restrictions on Venezuela's energy sector after Nicolas Maduro's seizure of power.
Zelensky in Munich: PURL, security guarantees and Europe's role in negotiations
During a meeting with journalists in Munich on 14 February, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced increased support from Germany and Norway within the framework of the PURL programme, called for the immediate signing of security guarantees, and emphasised the need for greater European involvement in negotiations to end the war.
French Foreign Minister refers diplomat's mention in Epstein files to prosecutors
On 11 February, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated on RTL radio that he had referred the matter to the French judicial authorities after the name of a French diplomat appeared in a new publication of documents relating to the Jeffrey Epstein case, describing the facts as "extremely serious".
Zelensky in Munich: over 4,000 Russian prisoners, security guarantees for 15 years, and the Flamingo missile line restored
During a briefing in Munich on 14 February, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced preparations for new contacts with US representatives, the situation with prisoner exchanges, the status of negotiations on Taurus missiles, the resumption of production of Flamingo missiles, and Washington's proposal for 15-year security guarantees.
In Munich, Zelensky discussed ammunition, PURL and joint projects within SAFE with the President of the Czech Republic
On 14 February, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Czech President Petr Pavel, during which the parties discussed further military support for Ukraine, the continuation of the Czech initiative to supply ammunition, Prague's possible participation in the PURL programme, and the prospect of joint projects within the SAFE instrument.
Aliyev claims Russia deliberately attacked Azerbaijan's diplomatic missions in Ukraine and expects peace agreement with Armenia to be signed this year
On 14 February, at the Munich Security Conference, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated that Russia had attacked Azerbaijani diplomatic missions in Ukraine three times, despite the coordinates having been provided, and called these actions deliberate. He also expressed hope that a peace agreement with Armenia would be officially signed this year.
Trump announced his intention to visit Venezuela and described relations with its interim leader as "very good."
On 13 February, US President Donald Trump announced at the White House that he was planning a visit to Venezuela and assessed the current relations between the countries as extremely positive, linking this to cooperation on access to oil.
Zelensky and Aliyev discussed energy cooperation and prospects for the peace process in Munich
On 14 February, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, during which the parties focused on the implementation of energy projects, deepening bilateral relations and the progress of the negotiation process to achieve peace.
The Dutch Prime Minister and Czech President called for Western unity and greater European resolve towards Russia in Munich.
At the 9th Ukrainian lunch during the Munich Security Conference, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof stated that real pressure on Russia requires unity between the US and Europe and coordinated action with China, while Czech President Petr Pavel called on Europe to adopt the Scandinavian spirit of determination and not to be afraid of Moscow's threats.
