Czech Republic to discuss refugee return facilities with Ukraine
Czech Republic joins Berlin and Warsaw in planning return facilities for Ukrainian refugees.
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Czech Lex Ukrajina amendment blocks citizenship for Russian passport holders
Czechia's Senate has approved permanent restrictions on citizenship applications from Russian nationals, requiring Russians to renounce their citizenship first.
Czech opposition aims to halt Ukraine shell supply initiative
Karel Havlíček, the second-in-command of the opposition ANO party, leading in polls before autumn elections, revealed plans to stop the supplies.
Ukrainian border guards receive Czech Dita self-propelled artillery
Modern Czech-manufactured Dita self-propelled artillery systems feature automated firing controls and advanced ballistic computers.
Ukrainian opposition introduces bill to ban Russian oil transit
European Solidarity registered a draft law in the Parliament to terminate Russian oil transit through Ukraine, targeting revenue sources funding military operations.
Reuters: Ukrainian businesses expand westward in Central Europe
Ukrainian entrepreneurs establish successful businesses in Poland and neighboring countries, shifting focus from refugee to local customer base.
Czech president issued 40 permits to fight for Ukraine last year
President Petr Pavel's office processed 114 applications in 2024 from citizens seeking legal approval to join Ukraine's Armed Forces, approving 40, including three women.
Czech firm secretly delivers critical nuclear reactor parts to Ukraine amid Russian strikes
As Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine's power infrastructure, Czech manufacturer Škoda JS has completed a crucial delivery of nuclear reactor components, maintaining Ukraine's energy independence while breaking Russia's monopoly on specialized equipment.
Czech Senate unanimously recognizes deportation of Crimean Tatars as genocide
In a historic vote, the Czech Senate unanimously recognized the 1944 Soviet deportation of Crimean Tatars as genocide, joining several other nations in acknowledging this dark chapter of World War II.
NATO-standard BREN 2 assault rifles now assembled in Ukraine
Ukroboronprom disclosed that a Ukrainian defense facility started licensed assembly of the Czech rifles in November 2024.
Czech PM warns against appeasing Putin in Russo-Ukrainian war
Petr Fiala stresses the importance of continued Ukraine support, announces Czech defense spending increases.
Czechs raise € 8.15 mn for Ukraine military drones
Czech volunteer group raises millions for Ukraine defense, delivering drones and launching new explosives fundraising campaign in December 2024.
Czech Republic pledges to extend ammunition initiative for Ukraine
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský says he cannot specify how many shells have been sent to Kyiv so far.
Czech intelligence chief warns against weak peace in Ukraine
If Ukraine accepts weak peace terms with Russia, it poses a strategic threat to Central and Eastern Europe, says Michal Koudelka.
Czech company provides Ukraine with over $ 800 thousand for anti-tank grenade launchers
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine reports that Czech company STV GROUP has provided Ukraine with €765,000…
Czech Republic to return its ambassador to Moscow amid Russia’s war in Ukraine
The Czech Republic named Daniel Koštoval, a diplomat and former deputy defense minister, as its new ambassador to Moscow, set to take office in early 2025 after almost a three-year break.
Czechia spends five times more on Russian energy than Ukraine aid, report reveals
The country's reliance on Russian oil increased to 60% in 2023 before dropping slightly in 2024.
Czech Republic spends over $8 billion on Russian oil and gas
Analysts argue that the Czech Republic has alternatives to Russian oil, despite the country's continued reliance on Moscow's exports.
Over one-third of ammo planned under Czech initiative delivered to Ukraine, says envoy
Ukrainian Ambassador hopes the initiative would extend into 2025, also supporting Ukraine's domestic ammunition production.
Czech President: Ukraine must be “realistic” about prospects of regaining occupied land
Czech President Petr Pavel, a former NATO general, suggested that Ukraine may need to accept Russian occupation of some territories, challenging the prevailing public stance of many European officials.