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Good meeting with Federal Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Mertz in Evian. They talked about defense support for Ukraine, primarily about the further strengthening of our air defense, the situation at the front and the results of Ukrainian long-range sanctions. Ways of implementing the agreements of today's meeting in the format of G7 - Ukraine were discussed separately. It is important that Ukraine's effectiveness on the battlefield and in long-range operations be complemented by effective globa…

The first multilateral meeting today is the G7 format - Ukraine at the G7 summit. Thank you to French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Italian Prime Minister Giorgi Malone, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Mertz, US President Donald Trump, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, European Council President Antonio Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for their participation and strong ideas on how to force…

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Meetings at the G7 summit in France have already begun meaningfully. Emmanuel, Mr. President, thank you! The schedule for the day is serious. The main thing is to strengthen air defense for Ukraine and push diplomacy so that Russia ends its war. Peace is needed.

Ukrainian long-range ability was felt this time in the Moscow region. An oil refinery 500 kilometers away was hit. Thank you to the soldiers of the SBU, SBS, SSO, GUR, and missile forces for their effective work. Russia must be forced to end the war against our people. And Ukrainian long-range weapons are one of the important components of such coercion. This is a fair response to the Russian strikes and a response for prolonging the war, which must be ended. Glory to Ukraine!

During a meeting with President Guy Parmelain after his arrival in Geneva, he thanked Switzerland for all the support provided and, in particular, for its willingness to help bring peace closer. Informed Mr. President about constant Russian attacks and our needs to strengthen air defense. He spoke about the situation at the front and Ukrainian long-range sanctions. Our middle strikes and deep strikes quite rightly force Russia to feel the consequences of the war it unleashed. And we discussed wh…

We offered Putin to meet in any place where real decisions could be made to end the war. He doesn't want that. We discussed with the USA and France the possibility of a meeting with Russia on the sidelines of the G7 with the participation of all democratic states. Putin does not want this. Yesterday we discussed with President Trump that such a meeting could be organized in the USA in a format in which it would be much more difficult for Putin to refuse at least President Trump. We'll see what c…

We believe that one of the strongest responses that Europe can give to Russian attacks and constant acts of aggression is to accelerate our accession process, to accelerate the opening of clusters. It often seems that we always have to fight harder than others to move forward on our way to the EU. Ukraine has earned the right to move faster. And this is exactly the kind of political decision Europe needs today. We are ready to open all clusters. We have done our job. Everyone in Europe knows it.…

What is happening today - the opening of the first cluster in the negotiations on the accession of Ukraine and Moldova - is a clear signal that the progress of Europe cannot be stopped. We have worked hard to get to this point. In recent years, Ukraine and Moldova have taken important steps together. And it is especially symbolic that today I am addressing you from Chisinau on my way to France, for the G7 summit. Our neighborly relations with Moldova are strong. We support each other and move to…

Had a conversation with His Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew at Chisinau airport on the way to the Group of Seven summit. I am grateful to His Holiness for his support and absolutely clear moral position: Russian drone strikes on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a shrine not only of Ukraine, but also of Orthodoxy in general, are barbarism for which there is no justification. We also discussed possible formats for personal meetings with Patriarch Bartholomew. Invited His Holiness to Ukraine. Tha…

Now in Kyiv - in the Lavra and in the Art Arsenal - rescuers have already extinguished the fires. I am grateful to all the services that work at the sites of the attacks and to everyone who helps. It has been confirmed that two Russian drones purposefully attacked the part of the city where...

Now in Kyiv - in the Lavra and in the Art Arsenal - rescuers have already extinguished the fires. I am grateful to all the services that work at the sites of the attacks and to everyone who helps. It has been confirmed that two Russian drones purposefully attacked the part of the city where the Lavra and Mystetskyi Arsenal are located. As of now, there are 35 victims in Kyiv. In total, 53 people were wounded in the country and 11 people are known to have been killed by this massive Russian strik…

Liquidation of the consequences of Russian strikes continues in Kyiv, as well as in Kharkiv. That night, the Russians launched more than 60 rockets at the capital alone. In total, 70 missiles and 611 drones were launched over Ukraine. As of now, it is known about 28 wounded and four dead in the capital. My condolences to all relatives and friends. As a result of the Russian attack on the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra, the Dormition Cathedral - a church whose history began in the 11th century - burned down…

I have just spoken with the President of the United States, President Trump. I congratulated him on his birthday and on the U.S. Army Birthday – today, America marks two occasions. We had a very good conversation, and it was not only about congratulations – there were many key topics: the war, its roots, diplomatic opportunities, and the positions of our partners. We spoke at length and in great detail. We have one wish for President Trump – from all Ukrainians: that we may finally achieve peace…

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 f…

Just had a great conversation with the President of the United States, Donald Trump. I wished President Trump a happy birthday, and we discussed quite a lot of key things, including, of course, peace. I wished President Trump well, primarily in his efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine. I also thanked him for all the support that America provides to Ukraine, and it is important that we gratefully remember every step of this support, from the Javelins to the Patriots. We discussed what coul…

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 st…

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 concr…

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 capaci…

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 y…

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 on…

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 mor…

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: se…

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 …

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

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 parliamentar…

He honored the soldiers of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces with state awards, presented the "Golden Star" order to the family of the fallen Hero, who was awarded this title posthumously, and handed over combat flags to the units. The power of unmanned systems is one of the greatest achievements of Ukraine, which proves Ukrainian leadership in technology and in saving lives thanks to technology. The number of Russian targets hit thanks to our SBS of the Armed Forces is a…

I talked with the figures of our cinema, music, and art. To everyone who is united by a common goal: this is the emergence of a new, high-quality and cool Ukrainian cultural product. They talked about the support of our cultural environment, the distribution of Ukrainian content on international platforms, among Ukrainian youth, and the future development of the "Tysyachovesna" program. We want to support our actors. Culture is definitely the shield of Ukraine and our identity. The shield must b…

Today we present the first results of "Millennium". The feedback we received during this time is to some extent historical. More than 2,600 applications for the competition. Hundreds of film, documentary, music, visual and performance art projects and more than 150 experts - well-known and authoritative people in the industry who will judge it. I thank each and every one of you – participants, experts, the state team that implements the program. Thanks to this program, today there are all the op…

Today we celebrate the Day for the first time Forces of unmanned systems , and from now on June 11 every year will be the day of our gratitude to the soldiers of the SBS. It is impossible to imagine a modern war without drones, and Ukrainian unmanned systems work successfully at various levels: from performing tasks at the front to destroying important enemy facilities hundreds of kilometers deep into its territory. All this is recorded, and thanks to the accuracy and skill of our operators, Rus…

Today, I signed a decree establishing a new special day – the Day of the Unmanned Systems Forces. From now on, it will be observed every year on June 11. A day of our respect and gratitude to the USF. For the first time in the world, such a branch of the military was created - in Ukraine. We are developing the USF to the max, and it is Ukrainians who have proven that through technology, ingenuity, and courage, we can change the nature of warfare. We can achieve objectives that were previously ei…

Today, he signed a decree establishing a new special day - the Day of Unmanned Systems Forces. From now on, it is June 11 every year. The day of our respect, our gratitude to SBS. For the first time in the world, it was in Ukraine that we created this type of forces, we are developing the SBS as much as possible, and it was the Ukrainians who proved that thanks to technology, thanks to their creativity and courage, we can change the war - we can achieve such goals that were either completely una…

Since the beginning of the week, 11 of our regions have been under attack: in less than three days, the Russians used almost 530 drones and two guided air missiles against Ukraine. To the list of new victories, Russia added a container ship sailing under the flag of Panama, agricultural enterprises, railway and energy facilities, and most of all, ordinary residential buildings. Dozens of people were injured. Every day, the diplomatic work of Ukraine should be aimed at strengthening the defense o…

We continue to apply Ukrainian long-range sanctions against Russian military facilities and the oil industry. In particular, this night Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingos hit a military factory in Cheboksary, which supplies the occupying army with components for drones and missiles. Thank you ZSU for the accuracy! The Kuibyshevsky oil refinery in the Samara region was also hit last night. The distance from the front line is more than 900 kilometers. I am grateful to the soldiers of the SSO, SBS and GUR. T…

Summit Ukraine - the countries of Northern Europe and the Baltic States. I want to thank Estonia for hosting. The NB8 format is very practical. There are three key priorities. First. Make diplomacy more active. Today we discussed how to do this. Second. Provide Ukraine with air defense and strengthen our cooperation to make Europe stronger. Third. Important meetings of the European Union will take place soon, and I thank each partner for supporting Ukraine. Time to open all clusters. Everything …

Europe is strongest when Europeans act together, not in isolation. This is exactly what we achieve in all our formats. On Sunday, a meeting was held in the format Ukraine - E3. Today - Ukraine - NB8. In addition, we maintain constant contact with the United States. Together, we are preparing for the upcoming EU and NATO summits, as well as meetings within the framework of the G7 summit. All of these can provide real results.

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Thanks to Estonia and personally to Kristen Michal for supporting Ukraine. This is really valuable for us. During the meeting, he awarded the Prime Minister with the Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise II degree. And today there is an important step between our countries: they signed a Joint Declaration on strengthening cooperation in the field of security and defense. Exchange of experience, cooperation in the defense industry and air defense is an important document that consolidates all these a…

The ideal solution in peace negotiations is to urgently end the war. At least the first step to take is an unconditional complete ceasefire. This is important. Ceasefire is also a complex process. Yes, it is about political will and decision, but at the same time, today there are kill zones of 20, 30, 40 kilometers. If there are no guarantors and monitoring of the ceasefire, Russia can take advantage of this and advance 20 kilometers in some parts of Ukraine. This is a big risk. That is why we s…

Ukraine will continue to respond to any strikes by the Russian Federation and apply its fair long-range sanctions. Russia wants to escalate relations within the European Union: when our response to Russian strikes comes and a drone appears in the sky of Latvia, Lithuania or Estonia, we understand that the Russians can change the course of our drones. These were isolated cases thanks to electronic warfare systems. We already have the experience of relevant work with the countries of the Middle Ea…

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Had a meeting with the President of Estonia Alar Karis. Today, a special format of cooperation is Ukraine and the states of Northern Europe and the Baltic States. Thanks to Estonia for organizing our work here today. We discussed with the President the main thing that is important now - a clear move in diplomacy, strengthening of the Air Defense Forces, and also support for our movement towards membership in the European Union. We are very much looking forward to strong political decisions of th…

The first meeting with the new Prime Minister of Latvia Andris Kulbergs and an important result for our countries - the Drone Deal was signed. These are concrete things to strengthen joint protection, co-production. And it is important that it is also the expertise and experience of Ukraine to strengthen our partners. We are building this systematic cooperation with those who consistently supported us during all the years of the Russian war. Ukraine is interested in ensuring that every region of…

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 at…

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…

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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 meeti…

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 regio…

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 th…