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Tuesday, April 22

Ukraine and the US are nearing the completion of a mineral deal.

Ukraine and the US are nearing the completion of a mineral deal. On April 17, the two parties signed a memorandum affirming their intention to finalize an agreement that will benefit both nations and establish the Investment Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine. ...

The US has removed Ukraine’s accession to NATO from the agenda; Hungary attempts to complicate European integration.

The US has removed Ukraine’s accession to NATO from the agenda; Hungary attempts to complicate European integration. US Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg has stated that Ukraine will not join NATO, and discussions on this topic have been taken off the agenda. “NATO is not under discussion. You (Ukrainian...

Trump’s trade war: European companies urged to increase purchases of US liquefied natural gas as China boosts its imports from Russia.

Trump’s trade war: European companies urged to increase purchases of US liquefied natural gas as China boosts its imports from Russia. The EU will release a roadmap on May 6 to phase out its purchases of Russian fossil fuels and continue to decrease Russian imports, according to European Council President Antonio Costa. “This c...

Friday, April 18

The Ministry of Economy clarifies the details of the mineral agreement with the US.

The Ministry of Economy clarifies the details of the mineral agreement with the US. This agreement does not outline specific amounts or debts, but it emphasizes establishing a framework for joint investment and mutual benefit, noted Deputy Minister of Economy Taras Kachka. “Cur...

While Ukraine was negotiating a ceasefire and security guarantees with its partners in Paris, Germany provided a new package of military assistance.

While Ukraine was negotiating a ceasefire and security guarantees with its partners in Paris, Germany provided a new package of military assistance. On April 17, high-ranking Ukrainian officials discussed a ceasefire and security guarantees with their counterparts from the UK, Germany, and France, announced the Head of the Presidential Office, And...

Britain will back Merz’s proposal to supply Ukraine with German Taurus missiles.

Britain will back Merz’s proposal to supply Ukraine with German Taurus missiles. London will support Berlin’s decision to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles as a show of solidarity with the next German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, who recently expressed his readiness to equip Ukr...

The EU has delayed the implementation of a ban on Russian LNG imports in future sanctions packages.

The EU has delayed the implementation of a ban on Russian LNG imports in future sanctions packages. This decision is influenced by resistance from some EU member governments and uncertainty regarding alternative supply sources. Instead, the European Commission plans to create a new roadmap by May th...

The EC views the prospect of both Ukraine and Moldova joining the EU by 2030 as realistic.

The EC views the prospect of both Ukraine and Moldova joining the EU by 2030 as realistic. Geopolitical changes have made a scenario in which Ukraine and Moldova joining the EU by January 1 2030 feasible, said EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos. “The whole world is changing, Eu...

Austria will support using Russian assets to assist Ukraine if a joint decision is reached.

Austria will support using Russian assets to assist Ukraine if a joint decision is reached. Austria’s new Finance Minister, Markus Marterbauer, backs the idea of utilizing the Russian Central Bank’s frozen assets to aid Ukraine. “If there is a joint decision, Austria will p...

Thursday, April 17

The US has softened its demands for Ukraine to repay the aid it has provided before signing the mineral deal.

The US has softened its demands for Ukraine to repay the aid it has provided before signing the mineral deal. After negotiations in Washington, the Trump administration has revised the aid estimate down from $300B to $100B. However, the US continues to view the agreement as a way to recover costs for military...

Rubio and Witkoff will travel to Paris to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine, while the ISW believes Putin has enough resources for another 12 to 16 months.

Rubio and Witkoff will travel to Paris to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine, while the ISW believes Putin has enough resources for another 12 to 16 months. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the US President’s Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff are scheduled to visit Paris this week. Witkoff plans to meet with French President Emman...

President Zelenskyy’s office announces that peace negotiations with the US will occur only after a mutually agreed-upon draft of a ceasefire document is prepared.

President Zelenskyy’s office announces that peace negotiations with the US will occur only after a mutually agreed-upon draft of a ceasefire document is prepared. Deputy Head of the Office of the President Ihor Brusylo stated: “Such meetings are meaningful only when there are specific developments such that documents that can be discussed substantively an...

The Ukrainian Parliament calls on the EU to extend trade benefits for exports.

The Ukrainian Parliament calls on the EU to extend trade benefits for exports. The Verkhovna Rada adopted an appeal to the European Parliament, the EC, and the Council of the EU, along with the parliaments and governments of EU member states, urging them to extend trade benefits...

Belgium views the idea of resuming energy cooperation with Russia as unrealistic.

Belgium views the idea of resuming energy cooperation with Russia as unrealistic. Any efforts to return to this trade relationship are unfounded, said Belgian Energy Minister Mathieu Bihet, commenting on the increasing calls in Europe to restart energy imports from Russia amid dipl...

Wednesday, April 16

Witkoff shares insights from his discussions with Putin: The fate of five Ukrainian territories is on the table.

Witkoff shares insights from his discussions with Putin: The fate of five Ukrainian territories is on the table. US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff characterized his talks with Russian leader Putin on April 11, as “compelling.” Witkoff stated that they explored steps that could bring ...

The US receives up to an 800% return on its investment from its support of Ukraine.

The US receives up to an 800% return on its investment from its support of Ukraine. As of early 2025, the US has provided approximately $185B in military and economic assistance, humanitarian support, and security cooperation to Ukraine. Military analyst Benjamin Cook believes that t...

Bulgaria has changed its mind and will not sell reactors to Ukraine.

Bulgaria has changed its mind and will not sell reactors to Ukraine. A few months ago, Bulgaria planned to sell nuclear reactors to Ukraine that would allow it to finalize two power units at the Khmelnytskyi NPP. However, Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Zafirov ...

The EU will soon present its plan to phase out Russian oil and gas imports.

The EU will soon present its plan to phase out Russian oil and gas imports. The EU intends to unveil a detailed strategy in May for the elimination of Russian oil and gas imports by 2027, driven by Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. However, the European Commission has ...

Budapest expresses concern over sentiment for Ukraine’s full integration into the EU economy prior to its accession to the bloc.

Budapest expresses concern over sentiment for Ukraine’s full integration into the EU economy prior to its accession to the bloc. Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó stated that several participants in the EU Council meeting on foreign affairs advocated for opening all chapters of negotiations regarding Ukraine’s ac...

A bill for further Ukrainian military support and its reconstruction has been introduced in the US Congress.

A bill for further Ukrainian military support and its reconstruction has been introduced in the US Congress. Democratic Representative Gregory Meeks presented this bill, which outlines financial aid for Kyiv’s post-war reconstruction. According to Reuters, the document also seeks to dedicate funds to purchas...

The US plans to lower oil prices with Saudi Arabia’s assistance.

The US plans to lower oil prices with Saudi Arabia’s assistance. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated: “Under Trump’s presidency, we will likely see lower average energy prices in the next four years compared to the previous four years.” He hig...

Tuesday, April 15

Germany is ready to build up a powerful military force in response to the Russian threat and to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles.

Germany is ready to build up a powerful military force in response to the Russian threat and to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles. A new coalition agreement was signed in Berlin, allowing unlimited funding for the defense sector and establishing the groundwork for Germany’s evolution into a robust military capability that c...

Trump will leave Putin unable to fund his war.

Trump will leave Putin unable to fund his war. The decline in oil prices, triggered by US President Donald Trump’s trade war, has started to deplete the Russian military budget, despite the US president’s simultaneous efforts to improve relations ...

The EC has announced the launch of the second phase of a competition to attract European businesses to Ukrainian recovery projects.

The EC has announced the launch of the second phase of a competition to attract European businesses to Ukrainian recovery projects. At the EU-Ukraine Business Summit, the European Commission revealed the initiation of the second round of the Call for Expressions of Interest under the Ukraine Investment Framework. This competition ...

Monday, April 14

Ukraine and the US have not made any progress in negotiations over a mineral deal, as Trump demands control of Russian gas transit.

Ukraine and the US have not made any progress in negotiations over a mineral deal, as Trump demands control of Russian gas transit. On April 11, US and Ukrainian officials held tense discussions regarding a mineral agreement between the countries. During the meeting, American representatives presented the Ukrainians with an update...

Record-breaking Ramstein: Ukraine will receive military support exceeding $21B.

Record-breaking Ramstein: Ukraine will receive military support exceeding $21B. Following the 27th meeting of the Contact Group on Defense Issues in Ukraine in the Ramstein format, held on April 11 with 51 states participating, Ukraine’s allies committed to a substantial in...

Germany has dismissed the notion of Ukraine joining the EU and NATO before the war ends.

Germany has dismissed the notion of Ukraine joining the EU and NATO before the war ends. Future German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that he supports Ukraine’s European and Euro-Atlantic aspirations, but its accession to the EU and NATO can only occur after peace is achieved. Mer...

Witkoff suggests that Trump acknowledge Russia’s control over four regions of Ukraine.

Witkoff suggests that Trump acknowledge Russia’s control over four regions of Ukraine. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff urged the White House to support a plan that would effectively recognize Russia’s authority over four Ukrainian regions – Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhia, and Kherson...

Trump has extended the previously imposed US restrictions on Russia while Kyiv prepares new shadow fleet sanctions.

Trump has extended the previously imposed US restrictions on Russia while Kyiv prepares new shadow fleet sanctions. US President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending sanctions against the Russian Federation, which were initially imposed in April 2021 by former US President Biden, due to the Russian gove...

France and Britain will present Trump with a plan for a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine.

France and Britain will present Trump with a plan for a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Britain and France are developing a joint initiative to create a “deterrence force” in Ukraine after the end of hostilities. The plan is expected to be presented to Donald Trump in the com...

Friday, April 11

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce.

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce. Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó confirmed that Hungary may back Western sanctions against Russia if Donald Trump employs them to penalize Russian leader Vladimir Putin for the Kremlin’...

The coming German government will increase aid and support for Ukraine’s NATO accession.

The coming German government will increase aid and support for Ukraine’s NATO accession. The signed coalition agreement reached by the upcoming German government states: “Ukraine, as a strong, democratic, and sovereign state that independently determines its future with a Euro-Atlan...

The US has come up with a way to combat the Russian shadow fleet while also addressing its national debt through a single solution.

The US has come up with a way to combat the Russian shadow fleet while also addressing its national debt through a single solution. A new bill has been introduced in the US aimed at tackling Russia’s shadow fleet of tankers that that are employed to transport oil, circumventing Western sanctions related to the war in Ukraine...

This year, Ukraine anticipates receiving €18B from Russia’s frozen assets.

This year, Ukraine anticipates receiving €18B from Russia’s frozen assets. Since the start of the year, Ukraine has already received €5B from the EU that was sourced from these assets’ proceeds, and expects to collect another €13B from these profits by the year’s...

A dozen countries are ready to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine.

A dozen countries are ready to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine. Ukraine’s key allies are continuing discussions regarding a potential peacekeeping mission in the country if a peace deal is reached. The coalition includes European nations, Canada, and Austral...

The Mineral Deal: Ukraine will insist on parity between the parties in managing the investment fund.

The Mineral Deal: Ukraine will insist on parity between the parties in managing the investment fund. The technical round of negotiations between Ukraine and the US regarding the mineral agreement will take place on April 11-12 in Washington. Ukraine’s delegation will be led by Deputy Minister o...

Ukraine will lose its current preferential trade conditions with the EU in June.

Ukraine will lose its current preferential trade conditions with the EU in June. The European Commission will not initiate an extension of the autonomous trade measures introduced in 2022 to support Ukrainian exports, which expire on June 5, said EU Agriculture Commissioner Christ...

How will US tariffs affect Ukrainian exporters?

How will US tariffs affect Ukrainian exporters? Deputy Minister of Economy Taras Kachka said: “The US is projected to receive $870M in Ukrainian exports in 2024, which is an increase compared to 2023. About 41% of our exports to the US last y...

Thursday, April 10

To compensate for its shortage of US-made weapons, Ukraine is ready to purchase military equipment from the US.

To compensate for its shortage of US-made weapons, Ukraine is ready to purchase military equipment from the US. President Zelenskyy stated that the nation is willing to buy the next tranche of military assistance from the US. However, it still awaits a reply from the White House on the prospects of the US conti...

The US State Department has called China a key Russian ally in the war against Ukraine.

The US State Department has called China a key Russian ally in the war against Ukraine. This statement was made by State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, who commented on reports that the Ukrainian military had captured two Chinese citizens fighting alongside Russia. She also highlig...

Ukraine’s European partners are increasing their support for the reconstruction: How much money is being provided, and which projects are prioritized?

Ukraine’s European partners are increasing their support for the reconstruction: How much money is being provided, and which projects are prioritized? Ukraine and Switzerland have signed an agreement amending the memorandum between the Ministry of Economy and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), which calls for a 100% increase in...

Ukraine has received €1B in aid from Russia’s frozen assets, and the EU is sending another €2B.

Ukraine has received €1B in aid from Russia’s frozen assets, and the EU is sending another €2B. As part of the G7 initiative (ERA), the EU has transferred €1B to Ukraine, with the return of funds made possible through income from frozen Russian assets. This marks the third tranche from the EU un...

Trump’s tariffs could severely impact Russia’s oil revenue.

Trump’s tariffs could severely impact Russia’s oil revenue. While Moscow has managed to evade US President Trump’s tariffs, the Russian budget will still endure consequences from Washington’s trade war. The Telegraph reports that a threat to Russia has emerged...

The Czech Republic has transferred all its Soviet-style tanks to Ukraine.

The Czech Republic has transferred all its Soviet-style tanks to Ukraine. Recently, Czechia completed the transfer of all its Soviet-style T-72M1 tanks to Ukraine after decommissioning them. The Czech Republic once possessed 86 T-72M1 tanks, which it inherited from the Czec...

Wednesday, April 9

The EU has offered Trump a trade truce, but the White House demands financial “reparations” and $350B in energy purchases.

The EU has offered Trump a trade truce, but the White House demands financial “reparations” and $350B in energy purchases. On April 7, EU ministers agreed to prioritize negotiations over countermeasures in response to US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, which impact 70% (€380B) of total European exports. European C...

Goldman Sachs has estimated the probability of a peace agreement in Ukraine to be 70%, but the ZNPP may be a problem.

Goldman Sachs has estimated the probability of a peace agreement in Ukraine to be 70%, but the ZNPP may be a problem. American investment bank Goldman Sachs stated that bond prices suggest that the markets have assessed a 70% probability of a peace deal in Ukraine. This current estimate is notably higher than the fig...

Belgium will provide Ukraine with €1B in defense aid and two F-16s this year, while Norway is allocating over $332M for ammunition.

Belgium will provide Ukraine with €1B in defense aid and two F-16s this year, while Norway is allocating over $332M for ammunition. Belgium will contribute a €1B defense aid package to Ukraine. Prime Minister Bart de Wever specified that the funds will be utilized to purchase weapons and enhance the Ukrainian defense industry, par...

Despite the insignificant impact of Trump’s tariffs on Ukraine, it is ready to zero out tariffs on American products and negotiate with the US.

Despite the insignificant impact of Trump’s tariffs on Ukraine, it is ready to zero out tariffs on American products and negotiate with the US. For Ukraine, the predominant negative consequence of the global trade war may be lower volumes of macro-financial assistance from European partners economically weakened by tariffs. In addition, Ukrai...

Tuesday, April 8

Russia has shifted its stance: The Kremlin reevaluates its position in negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.

Russia has shifted its stance: The Kremlin reevaluates its position in negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Significant progress has been made regarding a peace settlement in Ukraine, stated Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian president’s special representative, after a series of meetings in Washington with ...

NATO has voiced its position on key aspects of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war.

NATO has voiced its position on key aspects of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that NATO is not engaged in the negotiations to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. “They are being led by the US along with Ukraine and Russia. We u...

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