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Ukraine ratified the Treaty of Rome

Ukrainian President Zelensky warned that those who intend to turn Ukraine into a mere buffer zone should now be concerned about their country's prospects, should their own country not become a buffer federation. At the same time, Ukraine has taken a major step towards connecting with international justice by ratifying the Treaty of Rome. This allowed the country to join the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Restrictions on religious groups linked to Moscow

President Zelensky has also signed a law banning Moscow-linked religious organizations. This ended ties with a branch of the Orthodox Church accused of supporting Russia's attack on Ukraine. A law passed by parliament earlier this month gives the Ukrainian government the legal right to close these institutions. This will worsen relations with Russia and strengthen Ukraine's independent religious identity.