War with Russia

We're no longer referring to Putin as "president". Why not, and why it matters
From today, 19 March 2024, the outlets of the Ukrainska Pravda group will no longer use the word "president" to refer to Vladimir Putin. In this article, we'll explain why.
Why Kyiv should care not only about U.S. assistance. Column by former congressman
Stories about waste, fraud or corruption will do more than anything else to undermine U.S. support for Ukraine.
"Zelenskyy should realize Crimea is a long-term goal. First we must try to end the war." An interview with Congressman Jim Costa
Jim Costa: "Lend-lease has a lot less awareness and support among Congress… The reality of Putin agreeing to leave Crimea would not probably happen initially…"
Boris Johnson: "Defeat by Putin is not in Trump's interests. The big picture is Ukraine is going to win"
Boris Johnson: "Everybody thought before that Putin would never let Crimea go. But now, people are saying to themselves: it's possible."
Kurt Volker: "Trump doesn’t know himself what he will do with Ukraine's war"
Volker: "Putin killing tens of thousands of Russian soldiers in order to get Avdiivka so that he could claim this as a victory in his effort to show that he’s a great leader for his re-election – these are all signs of weakness."
Overhauling Western military support for Ukraine: imperative of EU plan for Ukraine's victory
By committing to an annual support threshold of 0.25% of the Western combined GDP, Western democracies can significantly eventually secure victory.
Ukraine's victory "whatever it takes," dialogue with opposition, and Kyiv's two battles. Speech by EU's top diplomat
In January 2022, I met with the Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and he asked me: "When they will invade us – because they will invade us – will you support us?"
After Tusk's visit to Kyiv: let’s not base our relations on gratitude
While romantic ruptures are part of the Polish-Ukrainian story, it is now time for realism. Donald Tusk's visit to Kyiv began the process of redefining relations between our countries.
"Supplying weapons to Ukraine is now not just our policy, but our duty." Interview with UK Ambassador Martin Harris
Ambassador Martin Harris: "What happened in the Black Sea is indeed a victory for Ukraine... Thanks to the Montreux Convention, Russia cannot rebuild its destroyed fleet.
Stable world is impossible without justice and punishment. France will help bring these about
Ukraine is not alone. Ukraine has many friends. They are the countries which, like France, are deeply committed to complying with the principles of the United Nations Charter.
"The era of peace dividend is over. Moving from a post-war to a pre-war world." Historic speech by UK Defence Secretary
"The age of the peace dividend is over. 2024 must mark an inflexion point. For Ukraine, this will be a year when the fate of their nation may be decided." 
"2024 Will Be Exhausting but Will Lead To Victory". Lithuanian Ambassador on Prospects for Ukraine
The reforms related to the EU and NATO accession would be a major challenge in the best of times. Yet, to return to the wisdom of Winston Churchill, whose words I echoed in the beginning: "If you are going through hell, keep going".
Poland Must Recognise It's Waging War against Ukraine's European Future
Poland’s full-scale trade war against Ukraine is ongoing and is worsening. Week after week, Poland is killing Ukraine’s European future...
Establish an International Tribunal or Court for Ukraine on the Crime of Aggression — Time Is of the Essence
There are international court aims to address and prosecute those responsible for the crime of aggression against Ukraine unchallenged by head of state immunity. The need for such a tribunal or court arises from the severity of Russia's actions against Ukraine.
"We Won't Return to Europe of 2021: This Would Be Europe of 1930s"
"...in this case, We would not return to Europe of 2021. We would, instead, fall back to a state of permanent insecurity..."
UK Defence Secretary Applauds the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Ukrainian Armed Forces Day
Putin still believes the West, distracted by events elsewhere, will tire of his illegal war. He is wrong.
Road to NATO without Hungary’s Veto: Ukraine's Reform Plan Agreed with Alliance
The scheme that could make it happen is a genuine diplomatic victory for Ukraine...
American Storm around Ukraine: Options for Future US Assistance
The fate of US aid to Ukraine depends on whether the new Speaker of the House of Representatives can strike a balance between negotiating with the Democrats and appeasing the right-wing radicals.
Europe Will Stretch from Lisbon to Luhansk – Ukraine Will Be In, Russia Out: Interview with German Ambassador to Ukraine
Martin Jäger: "It is obvious to us that Ukraine's future lies in the EU and in NATO... But readiness for accession is indeed a complex challenge."
"Putin Has a Very Slim Possibility to Stay On for the Long Term." Interview with Ukraine's Legal Advisor
Harold Koh: "In the fall of 2021, there was a chance that Putin would invade. We developed a theory for that possibility."
Ben Hodges: During This War, Biden Failed to Do the Most Important Task – To Define US's Objective
"Right now, Putin sees that we are not committed to Ukraine winning. So he just has to hang on."
If US Assistance Decreases, Europe Will Be Unable to Make Up for It. Interview with Ukraine's Former Defence Minister
Andrii Zahorodniuk: "Every time we achieve significant success, it doesn't happen the way our American partners expected."
Crisis That Must Be Averted: How Europe Is Preparing for Possible Cut in US Military Aid
It is time to prepare for all scenarios in the United States, given that in Washington, they are publicly discussing reducing or even discontinuing aid to Ukraine...
"Ukraine Needs the Court to Rule That Russia Is a Criminal State. Then We Will Move On to Reparations"
Oksana Zolotaryova: "For us, Russian narratives about genocide are just common rhetoric. But for the international community, it was something new. They didn't quite understand what it was about."
"Ukraine Will Have to Meet Conditions for US Money" Interview with New US SpecRep for Ukraine's Economic Recovery
Penny Pritzker: "My responsibilities are economically oriented... It involves meeting the reform needs that are necessary for Ukraine to achieve EU accession ."
"Putin, like Stalin, Commits Genocide by Defining Who Gets Food and Who Doesn’t."An Interview with Timothy Snyder
Snyder: "Russia has to lose the. History teaches us that the reckonings only start after your imperial project fails.
"To Send F-16s to Ukraine, Preconditions Yet to Be Met". Interview with Dutch Minister of Defence
Kajsa Ollongren: "As long as you are using F-16 for self-defence and restoration of your territorial integrity, you can use them in the best way you can."
Ukraine's Independence Day: War, Resilience, and a European Future
Ukraine will not only triumph over the aggression, but also fully and successfully implement all the necessary reforms that will allow integration into our European family.
Russia Won't Trade Land for Peace in Ukraine
Our only defence against it is active support of Ukraine and support for its accession to NATO and the EU. Russia doesn't dare to bully stronger powers.
Penalties against Terrorist State: Ways Council of Europe Could Assist in Confiscating Russian Assets
The most practical effect of recognizing Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism can be achieved within the Council of Europe.