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The OSCE mission plays a pivotal role in addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Its focus is to ensure Ukraine's sovereignty while advocating for peace initiatives. Recent developments include the UK's support for Ukraine's sovereign decisions at the OSCE and Finland's proposal of a partial ceasefire to facilitate peace discussions. The OSCE also faces challenges, such as the illegal detention of its staff by Russian forces, and addresses these with priority. There are demands for a halt in aggression and the protection of civilian infrastructure, which Russia has consistently targeted. The OSCE's condemnation of Russia's actions reflects its commitment to uphold international law and support Ukraine. This extends to investigating allegations of war crimes, like the torture of Ukrainian POWs. Overall, the OSCE remains a critical entity in mobilizing diplomatic efforts and coordinating international responses to ensure peace and security in Ukraine.
What are the OSCE's primary objectives in Ukraine?
The OSCE aims to support Ukraine's sovereignty, facilitate peace talks, and ensure adherence to international law. It also focuses on bringing attention to humanitarian issues, like the detention of its staff by Russian forces, and preventing aggression against civilian infrastructure. The mission plays a crucial diplomatic role in seeking peaceful resolutions and advocating for Ukraine's rights on the international stage.
How does the OSCE respond to allegations of Russian war crimes?
The OSCE works with international partners to investigate alleged war crimes, such as torture and the ill-treatment of prisoners of war. Countries within the OSCE framework initiate independent investigations, aiming to document and hold perpetrators accountable. The organization strongly condemns such violations and supports legal efforts to seek justice for victims.
What steps is the OSCE taking to facilitate peace talks between Ukraine and Russia?
The OSCE promotes diplomatic engagement by encouraging dialogue between conflicting parties. It supports initiatives like Finland's proposed ceasefire to create a conducive environment for negotiations. The organization provides a platform for peace talks and assists in coordinating international diplomacy efforts to encourage both sides to engage constructively toward a peaceful resolution.
How does the OSCE address the humanitarian impact of the conflict in Ukraine?
The OSCE actively raises and addresses humanitarian issues caused by the conflict. This includes highlighting the illegal detention of Ukrainian civilians and staff, as well as the protection of children under threat of forceful deportation. The mission works with partners to provide humanitarian aid and ensure that the global community remains aware of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
What is the OSCE's stance on Russia's attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure?
The OSCE condemns Russia's systematic attacks on civilian infrastructure, which includes energy facilities that put thousands of lives at risk. The organization calls for an immediate end to such hostilities, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding civilians and advocating for protective measures to reduce further damage. These actions violate international law, and the OSCE demands accountability from Russia.
How is the OSCE involved in regional security cooperation regarding Ukraine?
The OSCE collaborates with regional partners to strengthen security measures, such as air defenses, against Russian missiles. It facilitates cooperation and intelligence sharing among neighboring countries to enhance protection against military threats. Through its forums, the OSCE promotes dialogue on security cooperation, working towards a collective effort to ensure both short-term and long-term regional stability.
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SCE delegation arrives in Kyiv A delegation of permanent representatives of OSCE participating States has arrived in Kyiv following a massive Russian attack. 713 3 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine
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Ukraine initiates emergency OSCE meeting over Russian strikes, - Sybiha Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced an emergency OSCE meeting at Ukraine's request due to Russian strikes and disregard for peace initiatives under the auspices of the United States. 1 039 11 Previously in trend: Meeting of the OSCE Council
For any deal to bring lasting peace, it must protect Ukraine’s sovereignty – UK at OSCE The United Kingdom supports the progress made in negotiations between the United States and Ukraine and emphasizes that Ukraine's future should be determined by Ukrainians themselves. London calls for a just peace and continues to provide military support to Kyiv. 831 7 Previously in trend: US peace plan
Finland proposes partial ceasefire to discuss "peace plan" Finland has proposed a partial ceasefire to create conditions for discussion of a possible "peace plan." The reactions of the parties are being clarified. 1 460 3 Previously in trend: US peace plan
Release of three Ukrainian OSCE staff members from Russian captivity is our top priority, - Sampietro The issue of releasing three Ukrainian citizens who worked in the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission from Russian captivity remains a priority. 792 4 Previously in trend: Ukrainians in Russian captivity
"Crimea is Ukraine!" - OSCE President Sampietro OSCE President Pere Juan Pons Sampietro spoke in the Verkhovna Rada, where he expressed support for Ukrainian refugees and stressed the need to release three representatives of the organization who are being illegally detained by Russia. 1 310 13 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Crimea Occupation of Crimea
OSCE condemns Russia’s massive attack on Ukraine: Russia must stop its war of aggression The Finnish Presidency of the OSCE condemned Russia's massive attack on Ukraine on the night of Sunday, October 5. 1 159 10 Previously in trend: Massive rocket attack
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Ukraine at OSCE: Russia preparing new strikes on Ukraine’s energy sector, nuclear infrastructure at risk Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna, Yurii Vitrenko, stated that Russia is planning new attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, including nuclear energy facilities. 1 793 15 Previously in trend: Attacks on the energy sector
OSCE Troika condemns Russia’s attacks on civilians and infrastructure in Ukraine The OSCE Troika has issued a statement condemning the escalation of Russian attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in Ukraine. 1 056 3 Previously in trend: Shellings of civilian infrastructure
OSCE PA leaders condemn Russia for treating Ukrainian prisoners of war: 95% of released persons point to torture The leaders of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, including President Pia Kauma, "strongly condemned" the systematic violations of international law, laws, and customs of war by the Russian Federation. 559 2 Previously in trend: Detention conditions of POWs
Russia is obstructing IAEA mission to ZNPP - Representation of Ukraine to OSCE and UN Russia continues to use the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant as a military base and an instrument of political blackmail, and systematically obstructs the work of the IAEA mission experts. 722 7 Previously in trend: Russia’s occupation of ZNPP
Russia has violated each of ten principles of Helsinki Final Act, it has no place in OSCE - Sybiha Russia has no place in the OSCE, it has no right to talk about its "legitimate security interests." 1 197 10 Previously in trend: International isolation of Russia
Sybiha meets with OSCE Secretary General Sinirlioglu: informs about Russia’s violation of energy truce Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioglu to discuss Ukraine's latest steps toward peace. 621 1 Previously in trend: Suspension of attacks on energy facilities
Ukraine at OSCE: Appearance of Chinese nationals on battlefield is further evidence that Russia has rejected peace Yurii Vitrenko, Ukraine's Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna, said that the involvement of Chinese nationals in the war in Ukraine along with the North Korean military shows Russia's unwillingness to follow a peaceful path. 815 6 Previously in trend: Participation of Chinese nationals in the war against Ukraine
Sybiha after OSCE meeting on attack on Kryvyi Rih: Russia must be stopped by strengthening defense of Ukraine Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha expressed gratitude to Finnish Foreign Minister and current OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Elina Valtonen for her initiative to convene a special meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council in connection with the missile attack on the city of Kryvyi Rih by Russian... 671 4 Previously in trend: Missile attack on Kryvyi Rih
UN Security Council to meet over Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih - Sybiha Ukraine has initiated an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council because of the Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih. 1 676 16 Previously in trend: Missile attack on Kryvyi Rih
OSCE to hold special meeting over Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih On April 8, 2025, the OSCE will hold a special meeting, the central topic of which will be the Russian military strike on Kryvyi Rih, Dnipro region. 1 053 13 Previously in trend: Missile attack on Kryvyi Rih
Ukraine in OSCE: RF must face international pressure to stop aggression against Ukraine Russia should be subjected to comprehensive international pressure to force it to sit down at the negotiating table and stop its aggression against Ukraine. 477 6
OSCE Secretary General Sinirlioğlu on war in Ukraine: Time to put diplomacy first OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu said that the war in Ukraine is an "open wound in the heart of Europe", calling for diplomacy to be put first to end it. 1 797 11
World must act now to return Ukrainian children home and hold Russia accountable - Ukraine in OSCE Permanent Representative of Ukraine Yurii Vitrenko at a meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council's Security Committee emphasized the importance of the work of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children and the need for increased support from international partners. 657 4
Lubinets to OSCE: Over 1.5 million Ukrainian children are under occupation and under threat of deportation and forced displacement Ukrainian Parliamentary Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets addressed the OSCE participating states and called on them to take measures to return the Ukrainian children abducted by Russia. 422 7
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OSCE PA Chairperson-in-Office Kauma postpones visit to Georgia. Zurabishvili called decision wise President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Pia Kauma has decided to postpone her visit to Georgia. Zurabishvili believes this decision is correct. 834 0
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Russia wants "Yalta-2" or "Minsk-3", but it won’t happen - Sybiha Russia is seeking to restore its zones of influence through negotiations based on the "Yalta-2" or "Minsk-3" principle. 4 673 53 Previously in trend: War
Sybiha and some foreign ministers walk out of OSCE meeting room before Lavrov’s speech. VIDEO Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha leaves the OSCE plenary session hall before Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's speech. 9 108 33
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Ukraine in OSCE: AFU proved that we are not going to surrender. There should be no restrictions in supporting victims of armed aggression The Armed Forces of Ukraine and the entire Ukrainian people have proved that Ukraine is not going to surrender and is determined to continue the fight against the Russian aggressor. 816 5 Previously in trend: War
Ukraine in OSCE: Every day of delay in making decision on long-range weapons means another strike by Russian Federation on hospital or school The partners' delay in providing and supplying Ukraine with the necessary long-range weapons will only mean new destruction and casualties among Ukrainian civilians. 631 5 Previously in trend: War
Ukraine in OSCE: Neighboring countries should use air defense systems to intercept Russian missiles Ukraine needs more air defense systems to counter Russian missile attacks, as well as assistance from neighboring countries in directly shooting down Russian missiles and attack drones. 694 10
Ukraine in OSCE: Russian bombardment aircraft must be destroyed before they drop GABs To effectively protect the civilian population, Ukraine needs to destroy Russian bombardment aircraft before they launch their bombs and missiles at Ukrainian cities. 2 593 14
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly recognized actions of Russian Federation as genocide of Ukrainian people - resolution The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly adopted a resolution recognising Russia's actions as genocide of the Ukrainian people and the need to ensure the decolonisation of Russia. 10 411 51 Previously in trend: War
Ukraine in OSCE: Russian troops stuck near Vovchansk, which they wanted to capture in two days The Russian army initially planned to capture Kyiv in three days, then Vovchansk in two, and the Kremlin must finally realize that the only right decision is to withdraw its troops from the territory of Ukraine completely. 2 287 14 Previously in trend: War
Russia does not show any readiness to end war - USA in OSCE Russia can and should stop its war against Ukraine at any time, but it shows no willingness to do so. 1 626 9 Previously in trend: War
In 2023, about 90% of Russian microelectronics came from China - US to OSCE China is not a neutral party in the Russian-Ukrainian war because it is the largest supplier to the Russian defence industry. 1 998 17 Previously in trend: War
Kuleba on OSCE report on detention of civilian Ukrainians by Russia: "Conclusions are shocking" The OSCE report, prepared within the framework of the Moscow Mechanism, shows the scale of Russia’s crimes in the occupied territories of Ukraine, including arbitrary detentions of Ukrainian civilians. It will help identify specific individuals who should be brought to justice. 7 529 8
OSCE: Russian detention of civilians in TOT of Ukraine can be equated to crimes against humanity OSCE representatives believe that the widespread, systematic and arbitrary detention of civilians in Ukraine is likely to amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity. 3 366 6
97% of Russian missiles, drones and UAVs hit civilian infrastructure - Ukraine in OSCE Only 3% of Russian missiles, drones, and guided bombs hit military targets, while 97% hit Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure. 1 114 11 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
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