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The Czech Republic is playing a pivotal role in the geopolitical landscape amid the ongoing Ukraine crisis. Czech President Petr Pavel warns of catastrophic global implications if Russia triumphs in its war against Ukraine, emphasizing the need for international resistance against brute force. The Czech Senate has condemned the forced assimilation of Ukrainians in occupied territories, highlighting systematic crimes by Russian forces. Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský advocates for strict sanctions against Russia in response to provocations against NATO, stressing the importance of continuous military support for Ukraine. The Czech Republic is also leading initiatives to supply ammunition, train Ukrainian pilots, and provide economic assistance, all underscoring its commitment to Ukraine's fight for sovereignty and the stability of Europe.

What actions has the Czech Republic taken regarding the Ukraine crisis?

The Czech Republic has actively supported Ukraine by providing military aid, including ammunition and training for Ukrainian pilots. Additionally, it has imposed sanctions on Russia, condemned forced assimilation of Ukrainians, and offered significant economic support to bolster Ukraine's resistance against Russian aggression.

How is the Czech Republic supporting Ukraine militarily?

The Czech Republic supports Ukraine by supplying ammunition, training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 jets, and funding military equipment such as the Black Hawk helicopter. These actions aim to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities and sustain its resistance against Russian military operations.

What are the Czech Republic’s political views on the Ukraine conflict?

Czech President Petr Pavel and other officials have expressed grave concerns about the consequences of a Russian victory in Ukraine. They advocate for international sanctions against Russian provocations and emphasize the importance of supporting Ukraine to maintain global order and discourage the use of brute force in international conflicts.

What are the economic implications of the Czech Republic’s support for Ukraine?

The Czech Republic's economic support for Ukraine includes significant investment in Ukrainian infrastructure and military aid initiatives. This not only aids Ukraine's crisis response but also fosters Czech-Ukrainian economic cooperation, opening opportunities for future partnerships and stability in the region.

What role does the Czech Republic assign to NATO amidst the Ukraine situation?

The Czech Republic stresses the importance of NATO's unity and response to Russian provocations. Czech officials call for a robust NATO stance against Russia, leveraging sanctions and collective defense measures to protect member states and support Ukraine in its sovereignty struggle.

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The projectile initiative for Ukraine: EU comments Czech election results won’t affect initiative to supply Ukraine with shells, - EU The European Union is convinced that the results of the parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic will not affect the Czech initiative to supply ammunition to Ukraine. 487 2 Previously in trend: Czech ammunition procurement initiative

eu EU sees no risk for artillery supplies to Ukraine due to Czech elections - European Commission The European Commission does not believe that the victory of Andrej Babiš's ANO party in the parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic will affect the implementation of EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas' initiative to supply Ukraine with 2 million artillery shells by the end of 2025. 477 0 Previously in trend: parliament elections in Czech Republic

Petr Pavel: Parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic and Russia’s influence Czech president called for election of government that "will not leave country at mercy of Russia" Czech President Petr Pavel addressed citizens ahead of the parliamentary elections to be held on 3-4 October. 3 026 7 Previously in trend: Hybrid Russian war

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Czech President Pavel If Russia wins the war in Ukraine, it will legitimize triumph of brute force, - Czech President Pavel Czech President Petr Pavel said that Russia's victory in the war against Ukraine would have catastrophic consequences for the world order. 1 014 24

Jan Lipavsky Russia must pay concrete price for provocations against NATO, - Czech Foreign Minister Lipavsky The Czech Republic supports the further imposition of sanctions against Russia, as Russia provokes NATO territory with drone attacks. 972 24 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Russia will kill Czechs just as it kills Ukrainians. What are they saying in Prague? Russia will kill Czech citizens just like it kills Ukrainians, - Czech intelligence chief Koudelka Ukraine is currently fighting for the freedom of the Czech Republic and giving it the opportunity to prepare for possible Russian aggression. 3 561 34 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from the Czech Republic

Czech Republic Russia has tripled number of sabotage attacks on Europe’s critical infrastructure since 2023, - Czech Interior Ministry The number of Russian sabotage attacks in Europe targeting critical infrastructure has almost tripled since 2023. 765 5 Previously in trend: Russian subversions in EU

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fraudulent call centres Network of fraudulent call centres, through which EU citizens were defrauded of 12 million hryvnias, was liquidated. PHOTOS As a result of a successful special operation within the framework of international cooperation between law enforcement agencies of Ukraine and the Czech Republic, a network of fraudulent call centres was shut down and members of a transnational criminal organisation operating in both countries were identified. 3 230 3 Previously in trend: financial fraud

Black Hawk helicopter from the Czechs Black Hawk helicopter, for which Czechs raised funds, arrived in Ukraine. PHOTO The Black Hawk UH-60 helicopter, which was funded by Czech volunteers, has been handed over to Ukraine. 12 945 41 Previously in trend: a helicopter from the Czechia for the AFU

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Zelenskyy Zelenskyy holds talks with Fiala: Lasting peace can only be shared result President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has held talks with Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala. 758 6 Previously in trend: Cooperation of Ukraine and Czechia

Jan Lipavsky Czech Foreign Minister Lipavsky on being included in "Russophobe list": I don’t like Putin’s imperialism Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky said that he opposes the imperial policy of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. His comment came after Russians put him and the Czech leader on a "Russophobe list." 1 293 4 Previously in trend: List of Russophobes in Kremlin

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The Czech Republic We support people of Ukraine, not any government actions, says Czech Foreign Ministry (updated) The Czech Foreign Ministry responded to Ukraine’s adoption of the law limiting the independence of anti-corruption bodies. 4 430 16 Previously in trend: Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Petr Fiala Czechia to help strengthen Ukraine’s air defense against drones, says Fiala Czechia will continue supporting Ukraine, particularly in strengthening its capabilities to counter drones. 549 3 Previously in trend: shortage of missiles for air defence systems Development of air defence in Ukraine

Vasyl Zvarych, Ukrainians paid $250 million into Czech Republic budget – Ambassador Zvarych Almost 280,000 working-age Ukrainians between 18 and 65 years old reside in the Czech Republic, with 70% of them officially employed. 4 035 20 Previously in trend: Ukrainians in the Czech Republic

Czech initiative. Funds are available for the purchase of shells Funds already available for purchase of shells under "Czech initiative" for first half of 2026, - Ambassador Zvarych At least for the first half of 2026, there are funds for the purchase of shells under the "Czech initiative". 692 3 Previously in trend: Czech ammunition procurement initiative

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala on ammunition supplies Czechia won’t buy American weapons for Ukraine under Trump’s plan – Fiala Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala stated that his country will not participate in the U.S. project to purchase American weapons for Ukraine through NATO, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. 6 546 18 Previously in trend: Weapons supplies for Ukraine NATO aid to Ukraine

Telegram Russian Federation recruits migrants via Telegram for crimes in Europe - Czech intelligence Russia is using migrants from outside the EU to commit crimes, increase fear, and undermine trust in European governments. 1 984 15 Previously in trend: Russian subversions in EU

Czech police Investigation launched in Czech Republic against companies that supplied sanctioned goods to Russia - media Czech law enforcement officials have launched an investigation against a number of local companies whose goods, according to customs data and information provided by the Office of the President of Ukraine, continue to enter the Russian Federation through intermediaries in third countries, including Serbia. 708 2 Previously in trend: sanctions circumvention

f16 Czech Republic to train 8 Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighters by end of 2026 The Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic has proposed training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets. The government officially approved the program on July 9. 1 762 4 Previously in trend: F-16 pilot training

Pavel told Ukraine how to succeed on the battlefield Ukraine can only succeed with technology and innovation, - Pavel Czech President Petr Pavel believes that both Ukraine and Russia have certain limitations that prevent them from achieving an advantage in the war. 1 356 43 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from the Czech Republic

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Jan Lipavský Czechia aims to supply more ammunition to Ukraine this year than in 2024 – Lipavský Throughout 2025, the Czech Republic plans to deliver more ammunition to Ukraine than it did last year. 764 19 Previously in trend: Czech ammunition procurement initiative

Lipavsky assured of Czech Republic’s support for Ukraine Russia is main source of information manipulation in Europe - Lipavsky The Kremlin is actively conducting campaigns to destabilize democratic states, employing tactics not only in the physical domain but also in the digital sphere. 920 3 Previously in trend: russian cyberattacks

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Training of F-16 pilots - Czech Republic to help Ukraine Ukraine and Czech Republic agree to cooperate in training Ukrainian F-16 pilots, - Shmyhal Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala have agreed to cooperate in training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets. 386 6 Previously in trend: F-16 for Ukraine Cooperation of Ukraine and Czechia

Shmyhal and Fiala Shmyhal discussed defence and economic cooperation with Fiala. PHOTO Today, 20 May 2025, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala in Uzhhorod. 471 2

Lipavsky assures of Czech Republic’s support for Ukraine Czech Republic will continue to provide comprehensive support to Ukraine, - Lipavsky Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky confirmed that his country will continue to provide Ukraine with comprehensive support at various levels. 228 1 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from the Czech Republic

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Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala Czechia is interested in expanding economic cooperation with Ukraine - Fiala Prime Minister Petr Fiala said that cooperation with Ukraine is a great opportunity for the Czech economy. Therefore, Czechia is interested in expanding economic cooperation with Ukraine. 261 1 Previously in trend: Cooperation of Ukraine and Czechia

F-16 school Zelenskyy on F-16 school: Ready to implement project as soon as possible One of the key outcomes of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to the Czech Republic is the detailing of the project to create a Ukrainian-Czech F-16 school. 519 1

Hub for Ukrainians in Prague Hub of national unity for Ukrainians to be opened in Prague, - Zelenskyy A national unity hub will be opened in Prague to help Ukrainians. 982 22 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy’s visit to the Czech Republic

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Pavel, Zelenskyy Czech Republic will continue "shell initiative" until just peace is achieved - Pavel The Czech Republic will continue its initiative to supply ammunition to the Ukrainian Armed Forces until a just peace is achieved for Ukraine. 1 102 31 Previously in trend: Czech ammunition procurement initiative

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Jan Lipavsky on supply of ammunition to Ukraine Czech initiative has enough funds to send ammunition to Ukraine by September - Lipavsky Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky said in Brussels that the Czech initiative on ammunition for Ukraine guarantees supplies until September. 529 2 Previously in trend: Czech ammunition procurement initiative

Czech Republic invests in renovation of Ukrainian hospitals Czech Republic invests 100 million euros to upgrade hospitals in Ukraine As part of the Ukraine Facility program, the Czech Republic will invest 100 million euros to upgrade Ukrainian hospitals. 432 5 Previously in trend: Czech Republic’s assistance in modernizing medical facilities

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