Speeches
We Are Coordinating with the Envoys of President Trump on the Schedule of Meetings – Our Documents Are, in Many Respects, Already Prepared for Signing – Address by the President
12 January 2026 - 20:45
The American side is in constant contact with Russia, including regarding the basic document for ending the war. This is a political document, and we have outlined our vision – what can realistically work.
The First Priority Is Air Defense Missiles. Tomorrow We Have a Meeting Where We Will Be Discussing This – Address by the President
11 January 2026 - 20:23
New contributions from partners to the PURL initiative are needed, as well as deliveries from stockpiles in Europe: the missiles are there in the depots, and we know that, we know all of it – and they have to be in service with our air defenders.
The War Must Be Brought to an End; This Requires Pressuring Russia – Address by the President
10 January 2026 - 17:31
Today, I want to recognize our warriors – every single one, who, despite everything – despite constant strikes, Russian assaults, despite this entire harsh, cold winter – are defending our positions and destroying the occupier.
The Russians Are Exploiting the Weather – The Cold Snap – Trying to Hit as Many of Our Energy Facilities as Possible – Address by the President
9 January 2026 - 19:19
Last night, over 200 Russian drones were launched, as well as a significant number of ballistic missiles, primarily targeting Kyiv. Four people were killed – my condolences to their families. Nearly thirty were wounded.
It Is Important to Pay Attention to Air Alerts. The Russians Haven’t Changed One Bit. They Are Trying to Exploit the Weather – Address by the President
8 January 2026 - 19:03
The negotiating team is returning to Ukraine. I am expecting a report with all the details, including those that cannot be discussed over the phone.
Speech by the President at the Opening Ceremony of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union
7 January 2026 - 21:44
I’m glad to be here as Cyprus begins its presidency of the Council of the European Union. And this is a presidency we all expect a lot from.
Statement by the President of Ukraine During a Joint Press Conference With Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer, Friedrich Merz, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner
6 January 2026 - 23:07
Importantly, the Coalition now has substantive documents in place. This is not just rhetoric – there is concrete progress: a joint declaration by all Coalition countries, and a trilateral declaration by France, the United Kingdom, and Ukraine.
Our Strategy, the Strategy of Protecting Life, Will Be Strengthened. We Are Already Doing This – Address by the President
5 January 2026 - 19:35
The SSU’s potential will grow further – specifically in the context of defending Ukraine, protecting our positions, and safeguarding national interests. Thank you to everyone who works in this way.
There Will Be Meetings in Europe That Must Become Yet Another Contribution to Our Defense and to Hastening the End of the War – Address by the President
4 January 2026 - 20:03
Ukraine will be prepared for both possible paths ahead – diplomacy, which we are pursuing, or continued active defense if the pressure from our partners on Russia proves insufficient.
Today, We Have Begun a Substantial Overhaul – Internal Changes to Make Ukraine More Resilient – Address by the President
2 January 2026 - 21:49
Kyrylo Budanov has been appointed Head of the Office of the President. Kyrylo’s experience and strength are enough to steer the Office’s work toward security matters and the negotiation process exactly as needed. I have also decided to change the working format of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. I have proposed to Mykhailo Fedorov that he become the new Minister of Defense of Ukraine.