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24 February 2023 - Ukraine Special Weapons News
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Ukraine
- On Invasion Anniversary, Zelenskiy Says Russia 'Must Lose' In Ukraine As Allies Pledge More Aid RFE/RL 24 Feb 2023 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russia "must lose in Ukraine" as Moscow's full-scale invasion entered its second year on February 24 amid heavy fighting in the east and south, while Ukraine's Western allies marked the anniversary by announcing more military aid for Kyiv.
- Jets are the protection of our sky, we have taken major steps in this regard - Volodymyr Zelenskyy President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Ukraine would like China to be on the side of a just peace - Volodymyr Zelenskyy President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- All Ukrainians are waiting for victorious steps and liberation of our land, but we need to prepare for this - President President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- By winning the war, Ukraine will restore respect for international law, the UN Charter, the atmosphere of security throughout Europe and the world - Andriy Yermak in an interview with the French BFM TV President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Address by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy "February. The year of invincibility" President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- President: I believe those guilty of war crimes in Ukraine will be justly punished President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Ukraine grateful to Japan for its support, in particular within G7 - Volodymyr Zelenskyy President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- My task is to do everything so that the world does not weaken its support for Ukraine - President President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- President of Ukraine takes part in meeting of G7 leaders via video link President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Implementation of Ukrainian Peace Formula to make it possible to proceed to diplomatic fixation of end of war - President President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Head of State has phone conversation with President of Türkiye President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Today we can announce Ukraine receives first Leopard tanks from Poland - President after meeting with Mateusz Morawiecki in Kyiv President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Abduction of children is one of the components of the crime of genocide against the Ukrainian people committed by Russia - Daria Herasymchuk President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
- Ukraine Will Resist and Win, Foreign Minister Tells UN VOA 24 Feb 2023 -- Ukraine's foreign minister was defiant Friday on the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of his nation, saying the more Moscow attacks, the stronger Ukrainian resolve will grow, and the more humiliating Russia's defeat ultimately will be.
- The Staff considered the production and supply of ammunition and weapons; even in such circumstances, we have the appropriate potential - address by the President of Ukraine President of Ukraine 24 Feb 2023
Russia
United States
- Fact Sheet on U.S. Security Assistance to Ukraine - February 24, 2023 DOD
- US Sends More Aid to Ukraine, Expands Sanctions Against Russia VOA 24 Feb 2023 -- One year after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the White House on Friday announced that the Pentagon would commit $2 billion more in military assistance to Ukraine's defense against Russia.
- US Sees Evidence That China Is Considering Sending Lethal Aid to Russia VOA 24 Feb 2023 -- The United States has seen evidence that the People's Republic of China is considering sending lethal weapons to Russia for its use in the war in Ukraine, and has directly warned China of consequences, according to a senior State Department official.
- With Russian Asset Seizures, US Justice Department Seeks to Aid Ukraine VOA 24 Feb 2023 -- Earlier this month, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland used a Justice Department appearance to herald the work of a law enforcement task force he launched last March in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- FACT SHEET: On One Year Anniversary of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine, Biden Administration Announces Actions to Support Ukraine and Hold Russia Accountable The White House 24 Feb 2023
- Brigadier General Pat Ryder, Pentagon Press Secretary, Holds a Press Briefing DoD 24 Feb 2023
- Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine DoD 24 Feb 2023 -- One year ago today, Russia launched an unprovoked and indefensible full-scale invasion of its peaceful and democratic neighbor Ukraine. One year on, the commitment of the United States, together with some 50 countries who have rallied to rush urgently needed assistance to Ukraine, has only strengthened.
- Austin Says World is Resolute in Supporting Ukraine DoD News 24 Feb 2023 -- One year ago today, Russia launched an unprovoked invasion of its peaceful and democratic neighbor, Ukraine—a cruel war of choice that has killed thousands of innocent Ukrainians, forced millions more from their homes, left countless wounded or traumatized, and inflicted tragedy and terror on a sovereign U.N. member state, said Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III in a statement today.
- Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Ukrainian Minister of Defence Oleksii Reznikov DoD 24 Feb 2023
- Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Marking One Year Since Russia's Invasion of Ukraine DoD 24 Feb 2023 -- One year ago today, Russia launched an unprovoked and indefensible invasion of its peaceful and democratic neighbor Ukraine—a cruel war of choice that has killed thousands of innocent Ukrainians, forced millions more from their homes, left countless Ukrainians wounded or traumatized, and inflicted tragedy and terror on a sovereign U.N. member state.
- Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Statement on the Anniversary of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine US Dept. of Justice 24 Feb 2023 -- The Justice Department today issued the following statement from Attorney General Merrick B. Garland on the Anniversary of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine:
- Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on the Anniversary of Russia's Unprovoked Invasion of Ukraine DHS 24 Feb 2023 -- Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on the anniversary of Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine:
- US announces fresh sanctions on Russia as Ukraine war enters second year Press TV 24 Feb 2023 -- The United States has announced sweeping sanctions aimed at increasing economic pressure on Russia and reducing Moscow's access to critical technologies such as semiconductors, as the war in Ukraine enters its second year.
- US announces $2bn in new Ukraine military aid as war completes a year Press TV 24 Feb 2023 -- The United States is preparing a fresh military aid package to Ukraine worth $2 billion, a senior US official has said, defying repeated warnings from Moscow as the war completes one year.
- U.S. Pledges Another $2 Billion In Security Assistance To Ukraine RFE/RL 24 Feb 2023 -- The U.S. Defense Department has announced an additional $2 billion in "security assistance" for Ukraine as Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbor enters its second year.
- US Ready to Engage in Negotiations on Ukraine But 'Nature of Peace' Matters Most: Blinken Sputnik 24 Feb 2023 -- The United States is ready to engage in diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in Ukraine but what matters is the nature of peace that would ensue, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday.
- New $2Bln Ukraine Aid Package Includes HIMARS Ammo, Switchblade Drones, Pentagon Says Sputnik 24 Feb 2023 -- The newly announced $2 billion military assistance package for Ukraine includes additional ammunition for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and Switchblade 600 drones, among other weaponry, the Pentagon said.
- Secretary Blinken's Remarks at the United Nations Security Council Ministerial Meeting on Ukraine US Dept. of State 24 Feb 2023
- Continued Support for Ukraine to Withstand Russia's Assaults US Dept. of State 24 Feb 2023 -- The United States continues to support Ukraine amid Russia's brutal, unprovoked war. Today, in coordination with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Department of the Treasury, we are announcing over $10 billion in assistance, including budgetary support to the Government of Ukraine and additional energy assistance to support Ukrainians suffering from Russia's attacks.
- Russia's War Against Ukraine - One Year Later US Dept. of State 24 Feb 2023 -- "One year ago today, President Putin ordered a full-scale invasion of Ukraine following months of deceit about why Russia had amassed huge numbers of soldiers on Ukraine's border. It was then that Russia's forces illegally crossed into Ukraine's sovereign territory to wage a war that has needlessly killed tens of thousands of people and harmed millions more."
- Secretary Blinken's Meeting with UN Secretary-General Guterres US Dept. of State 24 Feb 2023
NATO
United Nations
Foreign Reactions
- G7 Leaders' Statement The White House 24 Feb 2023
- Differences Over Ukraine Emerge at G20 Finance Ministers Meeting VOA 24 Feb 2023 -- A meeting of finance officials of the Group of 20 countries, which coincided with the anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine, revealed sharp differences between the world's biggest economies on the conflict. The meeting began Friday in India's southern city of Bengaluru.
- People of Ukraine must come first, Russia must end this war, say OSCE leaders OSCE 24 Feb 2023 -- Today the OSCE Troika —Chairman-in-Office, Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia Bujar Osmani, Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau, Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto — and OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid, President of OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Margareta Cederfelt and Secretary General Roberto Montella made the following statement:
- Human rights violations must end and humanitarian law be respected, says OSCE human rights head on anniversary of military attack in Ukraine OSCE 24 Feb 2023 -- A year after the launch of Russia's military attack in Ukraine, the armed conflict is still having a devastating effect on civilians as they continue to be impacted by ongoing military strikes and subjected to other violence and inhumane treatment, said the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR).
- Europeans Mark Ukraine War Anniversary With Demonstrations Of Solidarity With Kyiv RFE/RL 24 Feb 2023 -- Anti-war demonstrations were held in many European capitals, where landmarks were lit up in the colors of the Ukrainian flag on February 24 as the world marked the one-year anniversary of Russia's ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- Ukraine: Speech by High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell at the UN Security Council session on Ukraine European External Action Service (EEAS) 24 Feb 2023 -- Check against delivery!
- OSCE: Speech by High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell at the OSCE Reinforced Permanent Council to mark one year since the start of Russia's aggression European External Action Service (EEAS) 24 Feb 2023
- One year of war against Ukraine: acting together to ensure international law will prevail European External Action Service (EEAS) 24 Feb 2023 -- "24 February 2022 will forever be recalled as the day when Russia started its brutal, unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine. This was and remains a case of pure aggression and a clear-cut breach of the UN Charter."
- Committee of Ministers stresses urgent need to establish accountability and compensation mechanisms in response to Russian aggression against Ukraine Council of Europe 24 Feb 2023 -- In a decision adopted today at an extraordinary meeting, the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers reaffirmed the need for a strong and unequivocal international legal response to Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
- Council of Europe ceremony marks one year of Russia's aggression against Ukraine Council of Europe 24 Feb 2023 -- Representatives of Ukraine, Iceland and the Council of Europe have taken part in a ceremony at the organisation's Strasbourg headquarters to mark the passing of one year since the start of Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
- Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with Estonian Prime Minister Kallas and NATO Secretary-General Stoltenberg European Commission 24 Feb 2023
- UN Security Council session on Ukraine, 24 February 2023: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 24 Feb 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly spoke at a United Nations Security Council session to reaffirm UK support for Ukraine in the face of Russia's illegal invasion.
- At the one year mark of Russia's invasion, UK support for Ukraine will never be time-limited: Foreign Secretary James Cleverly statement at the UN UK FCDO 24 Feb 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly gave a statement at the UN Security Council open debate on Ukraine
- OSCE Reinforced Special Permanent Council 2023: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 24 Feb 2023 -- UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly says that the UK stands with Ukraine to achieve a just and enduring peace, rooted in the principles of the OSCE and United Nations.
- Foreign Secretary urges international support to Ukraine for as long as it takes UK FCDO 24 Feb 2023 -- James Cleverly addresses the UN Security Council in New York, calling on international partners to support Ukraine, 1 year on since Russia's illegal invasion.
- PM call with G7 leaders on Ukraine anniversary: 24 February 2023 Gov.UK 24 Feb 2023 -- The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to G7 leaders to mark a year since the unjustified invasion of Ukraine.
- Resolution adopted by UN - United for peace in Ukraine Germany - Federal Government 24 Feb 2023 -- On Thursday evening in New York, a broad majority in the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution aimed at bringing about a comprehensive, just and sustainable peace in Ukraine. The resolution reaffirms the territorial integrity of Ukraine and once again calls upon Russia to withdraw its troops from the country.
- Speech by Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock at the United Nations Security Council Germany Federal Foreign Office 24 Feb 2023
- Joint press release by the leaders of the Weimar Triangle. Élysée - President of France 24 Feb 2023 -- On 17 February 2023, the President of the French Republic, the President of the Republic of Poland and the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany met in Munich.
- National Statement on the Anniversary on 24 February 2023 of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland 24 Feb 2023 -- Russia launched its illegal invasion of Ukraine one year ago. The invasion is a flagrant violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. The repercussions of the war have been felt globally, and Russia's aggression has been condemned in resolutions of the UN General Assembly. Russia's war of aggression has led to the worst humanitarian crisis Europe has seen since the Second World War. Millions of Ukrainians have had to leave their homes and the number of casualties keeps rising as Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine's cities and critical infrastructure.
- Sanctions against Russia are a necessary response to its brutal war Government of Norway 24 Feb 2023 -- 'One year after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it is essential that we maintain pressure on the Russian Government and its supporters. We stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and fully support their fight for freedom. Norway also stands united with the rest of Europe and has aligned itself with the EU's sanctions packages,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt. The purpose of the sanctions is to reduce Russia's ability to finance the war.
- Address at the OSCE Permanent Council Government of Norway 24 Feb 2023
- MFA statement one year after Russian attack against Ukraine Republic of Poland 24 Feb 2023 -- One year after the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine, the Republic of Poland reaffirms its willingness to provide further military, political and humanitarian support to Ukrainians in their defence of freedom and independence.
- One year since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine Government Offices of Sweden 24 Feb 2023 -- One year ago, on 24 February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- Government allocating additional SEK 520 million in support to Ukraine Government Offices of Sweden 24 Feb 2023 -- As part of the Government's clear prioritisation of Ukraine, yet another extensive Swedish support package is being allocated to the country. The support focuses on humanitarian operations and Ukraine's energy sector.
- National Statement at the resumed Emergency Special Session on Ukraine Government Offices of Sweden 24 Feb 2023 -- National Statement delivered by H.E. Mr. Jan Knutsson, State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Sweden, at the Resumed Eleventh Emergency Special Session on Ukraine, New York, 22 February 2023.
- Heavy advanced weapons to Ukraine in new support package Government Offices of Sweden 24 Feb 2023 -- Today, 24 February, the Government presented a new extensive support package for Ukraine. It includes subsystems of the HAWK anti-aircraft system and essential parts of the IRIS-T anti-aircraft system, in cooperation with Germany. Sweden also intends to provide up to ten Leopard 2 battle tanks.
- The President: Russia finds it increasingly difficult to mobilize its supporters at the UN President of the Republic of Lithuania 24 Feb 2023 -- On Friday, President Gitanas Nausėda participated in the discussion "Lithuanian and Regional security: Challenges and Opportunities in the Context of War in Ukraine" together with students at the library of Kaunas University of Technology.
- The President: Together with Ukraine until victory President of the Republic of Lithuania 24 Feb 2023 -- On Friday, President Gitanas Nausėda participated in the international forum "Pursuing President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Peace Formula: Joint Actions of Ukraine and Lithuania towards the Long-Lasting peace" at Vytautas Magnus University.
- Address by Gitanas Nausėda, President of the Republic of Lithuania, at the international forum "Pursuing President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Peace Formula: Joint Actions of Ukraine and Lithuania towards the Long-Lasting Peace" President of the Republic of Lithuania 24 Feb 2023
- Czech Republic Cites Early Work to Rebuild Ukraine VOA 24 Feb 2023 -- While most of the world is focused on the battles still to come in Ukraine, the Czech Republic's chief envoy in Washington says his country is already at work on the massive task of rebuilding.
- Statement for Ukraine by the Governing Council Members of the Community of Democracies Canada 24 Feb 2023
- President Tsai praises Ukraine for defending democracy, freedom CNA 24 Feb 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Friday praised the gallant people of Ukraine for standing up to the Russian invasion and defending their country's freedom and democracy.
- Experts discuss lessons of Russia's war in Ukraine for Taiwan, China CNA 24 Feb 2023 -- To commemorate one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, an academic forum examined the implications of the war for Taiwan and China on Friday, including the geopolitical impact.
- A Chinese Proposal To End The War In Ukraine? Not Quite RFE/RL 24 Feb 2023 -- A position paper unveiled by Beijing pushing for a cease-fire in Ukraine has been met skeptically by many experts and Western officials who question China's ability to broker a truce given its growing ties with Russia.
- China's Position on the Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis Global Times 24 Feb 2023 -- 1. Respecting the sovereignty of all countries. Universally recognized international law, including the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, must be strictly observed. The sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all countries must be effectively upheld. All countries, big or small, strong or weak, rich or poor, are equal members of the international community. All parties should jointly uphold the basic norms governing international relations and defend international fairness and justice. Equal and uniform application of international law should be promoted, while double standards must be rejected.
- Crisis accentuates rising calls to end animosity as Russia-Ukraine conflict enters 2nd year Global Times 24 Feb 2023 -- On Friday, the Russia-Ukraine military conflict dragged on to its one year mark with no positive sign of a truce in sight. With the conflict not only profoundly changing geopolitics in the European continent and the world, but also redefining countries' notions on security, the majority of the international community is calling on all parties to press the stop button and urging some countries to stop adding fuel to the fire before a heavier impact is brought to the global economy and development.
- No: 56, 24 February 2023, Press Release Regarding the First Year of the War in Ukraine Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Feb 2023
- On Ukraine war anniversary, signs that Russia retains some support in region Radio Free Asia 24 Feb 2023 -- This week's one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine was marked by another U.N. General Assembly resolution that overwhelmingly condemned Moscow.
- Ukraine invasion 1 year on: Most Southeast Asian countries missing in action Radio Free Asia 24 Feb 2023 -- The first anniversary of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine has largely gone unnoticed in Southeast Asia, despite the war's economic impact, the potential loss of a key arms supplier, and the dangerous legal precedent that was set.
- Australia stands with Ukraine with additional military support and sanctions Australia MFA 24 Feb 2023 -- Today marks one year since Russia launched its illegal and immoral full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- Australia Stands with Ukraine with Additional Military Support and Sanctions Prime Minister of Australia 24 Feb 2023 -- Today marks one year since Russia launched its illegal and immoral full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- Iran-Russia defense cooperation not against any third party: FM spokesman Press TV 24 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says defense cooperation between Tehran and Moscow dates back to years before the start of the war in Ukraine, stressing that this cooperation is not against any third country.
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