Amid reports of fighting in eastern Ukraine, Ban urges all parties to abide by cease-fire

Feb 17, 2015, at 01:12 pm

New York, Feb 17 (IBNS) With Ukraine cease-fire 'largely holding', United Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has expressed serious concern at reports of continued instances of hostilities including in Debaltseve and reiterated his call for all parties to abide by the cease-fire without exception.

Ban alarmed by 'dangerous escalation' in Ukraine crisis; Security Council holds emergency talks

Aug 29, 2014, at 06:01 am

New York, Aug 28 (IBNS) Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said he is alarmed by what seems to be a "dangerous escalation" in the crisis in Ukraine with reports that the fighting in the eastern part of the country has spread near the border with Russia.

In phone call with President, Ban expresses 'increasing concern' about Ukraine crisis

Aug 15, 2014, at 04:58 pm

New York, Aug 15 (IBNS) UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has spoken with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko, reiterating his urgent call to redouble political and diplomatic efforts towards a peaceful resolution in the crisis-torn country.

Ukraine: Amidst intensified military offensive, Ban condemns violence against civilians

Jul 08, 2014, at 03:18 pm

New York, July 8 (IBNS) UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Monday strongly condemned the "continued, unlawful" acts of armed fighters in Ukraine after reports that they are regrouping in eastern provinces, and urged Ukrainian authorities to exercise maximum restraint and protect civilians.

Geneva: Ban welcomes initial talks to defuse Ukraine crisis

Apr 18, 2014, at 05:14 pm

New York, Apr 18 (IBNS): United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Thursday said he was encouraged by the initial round of diplomatic negotiations on the crisis in Ukraine held in Geneva, but stressed that all sides need to follow up words with deeds as the situation remains 'extremely volatile.'