I just spoke with the President of the United States of America - President Trump. I congratulated him on his birthday, on the day of the American army: today is two holidays in America, and we had a very good talk with him. There were not only congratulations - there were many key topics: about the war, about its roots, about diplomatic possibilities, and about the positions of our partners. They talked for a long time. Very detailed. We have one wish for President Trump – all Ukrainians – to finally achieve peace, so that we can achieve this success together with America, together with all o…

There are good results of our soldiers in the application of long-range sanctions against important objects on the territory of Russia and the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. More than 700 kilometers from our state border - in the Yaroslavl region of Russia, soldiers of the SBU hit an oil facility that was important for the reserve of the aggressor state. Soldiers of our army achieved their goals in the Tula region of Russia - at the "Azot" enterprise, on whose activities the capacity for the production of explosives depends. Air traffic restrictions were applied at six Russian ai…

Russia inflicts hundreds of blows on Ukrainian cities and communities, attacking our civilian infrastructure every day. This week alone, the Russians launched 1,920 attack drones, 1,790 guided aerial bombs and 17 missiles of various types over Ukraine. There should be more resistance to these strikes. We are preparing for meetings with partners to strengthen our defense against this Russian terror. G7, EU and NATO summits are ahead. And it is very important that these negotiations end with concrete decisions. We look forward to meaningful meetings with partners. First of all, we need support f…

Thank you to all friends of Ukraine and everyone who helps us obtain important information and supports Ukrainian intelligence operations. There were reports of our intelligence on the results of the work on the assessment of the internal Russian situation and the acquisition of documents that end up on the table of the head of Russia. We understand that Putin is rarely presented with completely truthful information without embellishments. But even what he sees in the documents that reach him still allows him to draw conclusions. In particular, the so-called predictive indicators of dissatisfa…

We hear from many leaders that not only Europe needs Ukraine, but Ukraine also needs Europe, and this is true. And taking into account the long-term intentions of Russia - the fact that Russian bases are now being built near Europe, even where there were no military bases in Soviet times - this clearly shows that without Ukraine, without our capabilities and our experience, it can be extremely difficult for Europe. All this must be taken into account. Security challenges from Russia - not for one year and not for five years. Russia has chosen a long-term anti-European, anti-democratic strategy…

We hear from many leaders that not only does Ukraine need Europe, but Europe also needs Ukraine. And that is true. Given Russia's long-term intentions, the fact that Russia is now building bases on Europe's doorstep, even in places where no military bases existed in Soviet times, clearly shows that without Ukraine, without our capabilities and our experience, Europe could face enormous difficulties. All of this must be taken into account. The security challenges posed by Russia are not for one year or five years. Russia has chosen a long-term anti-European, anti-democratic strategy and is buil…

He held a meeting with the Minister of Defense of Latvia Raivis Melnis, who is visiting Ukraine on his first foreign visit in office. We discussed the implementation of the Drone Deal, which was signed between our countries this week. Through this format, in particular, we will be able to share expertise in the protection of the sky with Latvia. Ukraine is always ready to help friends who have been with us since the beginning of Russian aggression. And it is important that we both understand: security challenges arise precisely because Russia refuses to end its war with diplomacy. They also di…

Thank you to all our people who fight for Ukraine, work for our state and help protect our national interests. And I thank all our partners in the EU and each leader personally for this strong step for Europe. Ukraine defends itself and thereby all of Europe - the idea that European peoples can live unitedly, freely and in peace. As we said, Ukraine is doing what is necessary, and it is important that the EU also keeps its word. The opening of the first cluster is a significant political and moral support for our state and people. Thanks to Europe and all the other support, which is truly lead…

Yesterday and today have been a very active time for our political decision-making. Yesterday, I held meetings with Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, Ukraine's Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov, and Minister of Finance Serhii Marchenko. Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Hnatov have confirmed it. A course of action has been approved – to increase the financial sustainability of our defense and ensure the continued transformation of the Ukrainian Army. I am grateful to the members of parliament who adopted the budget changes to …

Yesterday and today are very active times of our political decisions. Yesterday, he held meetings with Prime Minister Yulia Svyridenko, Minister of Defense of Ukraine Mykhailo Fedorov, and Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko. Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Hnatov confirm. The way was agreed - to increase the financial stability of our defense and to ensure the further transformation of the Ukrainian army. I am grateful to the parliamentarians who approved the changes to the budget to strengthen our defense. I am grateful to the partners…

Details of steps currently being implemented. The Ukrainian army is changing, and each change strengthens our entire state. Thanks to everyone who helps. Glory to Ukraine! ____ Details of the steps we are now introducing. The Ukrainian Army is changing, and each change strengthens our entire state. Thank you to everyone who helps us. Glory to Ukraine! @ministry_of_defense_ua

Russian political influence on other countries is decreasing. Azerbaijan - they are independent. Armenia - yesterday's elections were a great success for the independence of Armenia. I also think that the Russians lost Moldova. Of course, they do not want to lose Ukraine, because independent and free Ukraine is the largest and most politically dangerous country for Russia. When Ukraine joins the EU, Putin will have internal problems with various nations, especially in the Caucasus. Different peoples throughout Russia will ask questions. From an interview for The Guardian (1/3).

There are different people around Putin. Half of them want to continue this war, and the other half want to stop it. Businessmen understand that the Russian economy is in a terrible state. If Western countries - Europe, Canada and the USA - do not lift sanctions, increase pressure on the Russian shadow fleet and other sectors, and Ukraine remains strong on the battlefield, we will be closer to peace. I told this businessman who came to deliver a message about a potential framework for diplomatic talks that we were ready to talk from the start. We did not want this war and we want to stop it. Y…

E3 countries will help us with anti-ballistics. By the way, I hope that we will be able to develop a European anti-ballistic system together with Great Britain. We are working on it. We need it, and the UK needs it. Second: sanctions. Yesterday at the E3 meeting, everyone agreed that we need to tighten sanctions against Russia. Third: we need to transfer the Ukrainian army to the contract system. Being a soldier is dangerous, and we have to provide them with decent salaries, because they give their lives. For this we need additional funding. Now that's not even close to what Russia pays its me…

Today in Tallinn. Before the start of the Ukraine-Northern European and Baltic countries summit, he met with the Prime Minister of Finland, Petteri Orpo. They discussed the work in Europe on the development of anti-ballistic defense, as well as the preparation of an agreement in the format of the Drone Deal. The teams are working, and the main thing is that the defense in Europe becomes more. Particular attention is paid to our needs in strengthening air defense, security challenges in the region and diplomatic work to achieve a dignified peace. I informed the Prime Minister about our contacts…

During the meeting with Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, the results of my recent visit to Sweden and the implementation of the Gripen fighter jet agreements were discussed. It was an important meeting that significantly strengthened our cooperation. Thank you, Sweden! Coordinated contacts with Ulf for the near future. Particular attention was paid to strengthening the defense of Ukraine's skies, namely, to finding ways to obtain air defense systems and missiles for them. Informed about the meeting with leaders in the format of E3 - Ukraine and contacts with representatives of the President of …

LIVE . Communication with the media together with the President of Estonia Alar Karis.

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We are grateful to all the people of Estonia, President Alar Karis and First Lady Sirie Karis for their constant and unwavering support of Ukraine and our people. Today, important meetings with all the countries of Northern Europe and the Baltic States are planned in Tallinn. The main goal is more power to protect our people, as well as preparation for the negotiations and decisions we all expect from the EU, G7 and NATO summits. The first lady is scheduled to participate in the expansion of the Global Coalition of Ukrainian Studies, the opening of a Ukrainian-language audio guide in Estonia, …

He met with the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, and the Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Har Stere. Informed about contacts at the level of leaders in the format of E3 - Ukraine and with the American side. Now, all our partners note that Ukraine's position at the front is much stronger, and therefore, the approaches in diplomacy, which we are currently working to intensify, should be based on this. Unfortunately, Russia is trying to compensate for its huge losses on the battlefield with attacks on our cities and communities, civilian infrastructure. Therefore, anti-aircraft missiles are …