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Germany’s envoy in Kyiv: Ukraine’s resilience proves it can survive Russia’s war

German Ambassador to Ukraine Heiko Thoms spoke to NV about surviving a winter in Kyiv, Russia’s barbarism, German public sentiment toward the war and what continues to surprise him about Ukrainians.

13 August, 12:11 PM

Beijing urges de-escalation after Russian threats to strike Kyiv

China urged the sides to “avoid escalation” and return to negotiations after Russia threatened mass strikes on Kyiv, but did not say whether it would evacuate its diplomats from Ukraine, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a press briefing on May 26, Ukrinform reported.

26 May, 02:09 PM

Germany’s new military service law triggers protests and unease among Ukrainian refugees

On Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, the Bundestag approved a legislative initiative to overhaul the Bundeswehr recruitment system—a new model of military service designed to significantly expand the size of Germany’s armed forces. The bill passed with 323 votes in favor, 272 against, and one abstention.

10 December 2025, 01:48 PM

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