France negotiates with the UAE to replace Russian oil purchases
France is talking to the United Arab Emirates about the supply of oil and diesel as it seeks alternatives to Russian energy sources. Source: French Minister of Economy and Finance Bruno Le Maire “We are looking for substitutes to the supply of gas or diesel from Russia. For example, the United Arab Emirates can be a solution, at least...
Ukraine will not give up any of its territories, – Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
The “red lines” for Ukraine are compromises on sovereignty and territorial integrity, and therefore Ukraine will not give away Russia Crimea or Donbas. Source: Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk “We do have red lines: we will not give up any of our territories – either Donbas or Crimea. They are only...
Germany fears that Ukraine will use German tanks to invade Russia
Members of the German government fear that Ukrainian troops may invade Russian territory because of the euphoria after several victories. Source: Members of the German government Sources close to the government say there is concern that Ukraine could become overconfident if it experiences a string of battlefield victories and rolls into Russian...
Russia’s strikes at Kyiv were a signal to the United States, – Estonian Ambassador to Ukraine
Russia has struck at Kyiv to signal to the United States. There is no risk of a re-attack by Russian troops on the Ukrainian capital now. Source: Estonian Ambassador to Ukraine Kaimo Kuusk “On the one hand, Russia undoubtedly wants to block the flow of military aid from the West, and on the other hand, it can be seen as a signal to the...
Russia is directly responsible for any shortages in international trade in grains, – EU High Representative
Russia, which has waged an unprovoked war against Ukraine, is fully responsible for the shortage of grain in the international market and the associated threats to global food security. Source: EU High Representative Josep Borrell “Wars of aggression cannot be permitted. EU sanctions target Russia’s capacity to continue with the war. They...
The EU has developed a plan to abandon Russian gas, – European Commissioner
The European Union has developed a plan to abandon Russian gas. Source: European Commissioner for the Internal Market Thierry Breton The European Union plans to increase liquefied gas purchases in the United States and Qatar, as well as expand green energy capacity. “This new plan will include 50 billion cubic meters of liquefied natural...
The EU is already working on the seventh package of sanctions against Russia
The European Union has already begun work on new sanctions against Russia. This will be the seventh package from the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Source: Polish Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pawel Jablonski When asked whether the work on the seventh package of sanctions has already begun, the representative of the Polish...
Russia fired more than 2,500 missiles at Ukraine, – President of Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the Russian occupiers had already fired more than 2,500 missiles at Ukraine. Source: President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy “As of this morning (June 5), the number of various Russian missiles used against Ukraine is already 2503. Our Heroes hold their positions and do everything to inflict maximum...
Spain to deliver Leopard tanks and anti-aircraft missile systems to Ukraine
Spain is ready to hand over heavy weapons to Ukraine, namely anti-aircraft missile systems and Leopard battle tanks. Source: Spanish government “According to government sources, Spain is ready to make a qualitative leap in Ukraine’s military support against the Russian invasion. If so far it has been delivering ammunition, personal...
Ukraine’s President embroidered shirt was sold for $ 100,000 at the United 24 program presentation in Washington
The embroidered shirt worn by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Embroidery Day, May 19, was sold at a charity auction as part of the presentation of the United 24 program. Source: Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States Oksana Markarova The embroidered shirt that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wore on Embroidery Day, May 19,...
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