The President of Ukraine stated that the recognition of the occupied territories by Russia is unacceptable. Any negotiations with the Russian Federation are fragile, but Ukraine strives for a just peace.
The President of Ukraine will discuss defense support and investments in weapons production with the President of Finland. The parties will also discuss European integration and strengthening sanctions against Russia.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Finland to meet with President Stubb. They will discuss support for Ukraine and steps to end Russian aggression.
Alexander Stubb stated that negotiations with Putin are impossible because he seeks the destruction of Ukraine. Therefore, maximum pressure is needed on Russia: sanctions, assets and arming Ukraine.
Alexander Stubb presented a plan for the peace process, including sanctions pressure and a ceasefire. The plan is based on Finland's experience and envisages preserving Ukraine's independence without concessions on EU and NATO membership.
The President of Ukraine held a series of phone conversations with the leaders of South Africa, Finland, France, Denmark, Canada, and Norway. They discussed security issues, arms supplies, sanctions against the aggressor, and energy cooperation.
Elon Musk said that Zelensky cannot represent Ukraine without restoring press freedom and elections. The leaders of Germany, Britain, Finland, and Norway spoke in support of Ukraine and criticized Trump's statements.
Stanislav Zhelikhovsky explained why Ukraine's automatic accession to NATO is currently unlikely. The expert believes that the EU is a more realistic alternative for ensuring Ukraine's security.
The President of Ukraine supported the proposal to appoint a special representative of Europe for Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Europe's participation in the negotiations and the need to take into account the interests of not only the EU but also the UK.
Alexander Stubb presented a three-step plan for achieving peace in Ukraine at the Munich conference. The plan includes rearmament of Ukraine, international monitoring of the ceasefire and long-term negotiations.
Alexander Stubb said that Putin understands only harsh rhetoric and ultimatums. The President of Finland supported Trump's approach to forcing Putin into peace talks.
The President of Ukraine met with the President of Finland at the World Economic Forum. The parties discussed strengthening defense capabilities, security guarantees and a new military aid package.
Donald Trump officially took office as President of the United States on January 20, 2025. The leaders of Canada, the United Kingdom, the EU, NATO, and Finland have sent congratulations and expressed their willingness to cooperate.
NATO is stepping up its military presence in the Baltic Sea after submarine cables between Estonia and Finland were damaged. The alliance is treating the incident as a possible sabotage and is planning additional security measures.
Russia has practiced a scenario of an attack on Finland and the Baltic states using various types of troops. According to NATO, the attack could include strikes from the sea, land and air through Murmansk.
The Lithuanian Ministry of Defense announced the strengthening of security measures after the detection of damage to underwater communication cables. The Navy has increased patrols, and NATO will increase its military presence in the region.
NATO increases its military presence in the Baltic Sea after submarine cables are damaged.
The presidents of Ukraine and Finland discussed strengthening Ukraine's air defense after massive attacks by Russia. They also discussed Ukraine's accession to NATO and a new aid package from Finland worth 25 million euros.
Finnish President Stubb stated the need to study the use of anti-personnel mines, but in connection with possible changes in the security situation. The country takes into account the restrictions of the Ottawa convention, but will reconsider this issue due to the threat from the Russian Federation.
The Presidents of Ukraine and Finland had a phone conversation on defense cooperation and international efforts for peace. They discussed the situation on the frontline and the threats posed by North Korea's involvement in the war.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with President of Finland Alexander Stubb in Helsinki. They discussed military assistance, in particular air defense systems, and thanked for the support of Ukraine.
The Presidents of Ukraine and Finland met in New York. They discussed the production of drones, strikes deep into Russia, and international efforts to achieve a just peace in Ukraine.
Two NATO headquarters are planned to be located in Finland: the Land Forces Northern Europe and the Forward Land Forces. The exact location of the headquarters has not yet been approved, but the cities of Mikkeli, Sodankylä, and Rovaniemi are being considered.
Alexander Stubb proposes to expand the UN Security Council, abolish the veto and exclude aggressor countries. He also calls for supporting Zelenskyy's “victory plan” and lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of weapons.
Alexander Stubb said that Ukraine has the right to defend itself against Russian aggression in the Kursk region. He also confirmed that Ukraine could use Finnish weapons on Russian territory.
President of Finland Alexander Stubb outlined four key elements for achieving peace in Ukraine. He emphasized that negotiations do not mean concessions and called on China to influence Russia to end the war.
Alexander Stubb praised Zelenskyy's idea to include Russia in the upcoming Peace Summit. He believes that Ukraine is now in a stronger position than it was a few months ago and has the necessary resources to maintain its position.
At the SCO summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's support for Russia and its stance on Ukraine, deepening ties that are likely to further irritate Western powers demanding that China stop supporting Russia's war against Ukraine.
Norway, Finland and Sweden have agreed to create a military transport corridor through their northern territories to ensure the rapid transfer of military personnel and equipment.
The war in Ukraine can end if Russia stops its armed aggression, restores the territorial integrity of Ukraine and ends the occupation of Ukrainian territories, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani believes.
