Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre emphasized the critical role of the United States in organizing negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end the war. He stressed the importance of achieving peace.
Donald Trump has stated that he has an "own deadline" for a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. He stressed that he would bring Zelensky and Putin, who "both want peace," to the negotiating table.
Trump said he believes in Putin's desire for peace, despite Russia's attacks on Kyiv. The US insists on Ukraine's right to have an army in a peace agreement.
Donald Trump will pay a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE from May 13 to 16. Before that, he will visit Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the Prime Minister of Norway, discussing Russian shelling and expanding security cooperation. They also agreed on joint positions.
Britain is close to an agreement with the EU that will open access to the EU's €150 billion defense fund for British arms manufacturers. In exchange, Britain has made concessions on fishing rights.
In 2025, Norway will provide 332 million euros to the Czech initiative for the purchase of ammunition and 83 million euros to the European Peace Facility. The funds will be used to purchase artillery ammunition.
Norway allocates an additional $95 million for gas imports to Ukraine through the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The funds will be used to purchase gas from Western sources for the needs of the population and enterprises.
According to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiha, Norway is one of the leaders in supporting Ukraine. The aid includes support for the government, municipalities and society.
Zelenskyy and Støre's meeting has begun in Oslo. They will discuss security guarantees, the supply of F-16s, artillery, investments in weapons production and a joint European plan.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is initiating negotiations to expand support for Ukraine in 2024. Previously, the country had already allocated 155 billion kroner in aid until 2030 under the Nansen program.
