Andrzej Duda and Mark Rutte had a telephone conversation about assistance to Ukraine and policy towards Russia. Rutte said that NATO will not be intimidated by Russia's threats and will continue to support Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine leaves for Belgium for a meeting of the European Council. Zelenskyy will present the Victory Plan and hold meetings with the European Parliament and NATO to strengthen Ukraine's defense.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on October 17 at NATO headquarters. The meeting will be followed by a joint press conference and a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council.
The Alliance plans to standardize ammunition to simplify its use on the battlefield. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the importance of this step and the need to further increase defense production.
The head of the U. S. mission to NATO said that the partners are not ready to invite Ukraine to join the Alliance in the short term. NATO's position on Ukraine's membership remains unchanged, but the West will continue to support the country.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says the Alliance cannot support Zelenskyy's Victory Plan, but will consider it behind closed doors. NATO continues to firmly support Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
NATO is forming a 700-strong NSATU mission to support Ukraine. Headquarters will be located in Germany, Poland and Romania, coordinating military assistance and countering the Russian threat.
President Zelenskyy said that by the end of October Ukraine will have new contracts in domestic defense production. The priority is to increase funding for the production of drones, electronic warfare and artillery.
The NATO-Ukraine Council is scheduled for October 17 in the format of a “working dinner” within the framework of the meeting of NATO defense ministers. The event will take place in the evening of the first day of the two-day meeting on October 17-18.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance will not be intimidated by Russia's threats and will continue to support Ukraine. During a visit to the NATO mission in Ukraine, he emphasized the Alliance's defensive nature and readiness to counter any threat.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance will not be intimidated by Russian threats and will continue to support Ukraine. He visited the new NATO mission in Germany, which will coordinate military assistance to Kyiv.
Peskov said that NATO's nuclear exercises are escalating tensions in the context of the war in Ukraine. He also rejected the statement about the possibility of a Russian attack on NATO, calling it illogical.
NATO is conducting a two-week military exercise to practice the use of nuclear weapons. About 2,000 troops and 60 aircraft from 13 NATO countries will take part in the maneuvers.
The EU allocates $440 million to support Ukraine's defense industry. This marks a change in the EU's approach to war and highlights the shortcomings of its own defense sector in producing weapons.
The new NATO secretary-general, Mark Rutte, has said that the alliance will not listen to Putin's threats. He emphasized the importance of continuing military aid to Ukraine and increasing industrial production.
Ukraine's Defense Minister met with his British counterpart to discuss support for the Defense Forces. Umerov reported on the supply of ammunition, long-range weapons and investments in Ukraine's defense industry.
Mark Rutte said that Trump understands the importance of Ukraine's struggle for US security.
NATO Secretary General Rutte said that the allies are individually addressing the issue of providing Ukraine with long-range missiles. He urged not to focus on one weapon system, emphasizing a comprehensive approach.
The President of Ukraine discussed Euro-Atlantic integration and military strengthening with Mark Rutte and Kieran Starmer. The parties agreed on the next steps to implement the decisions of the NATO Washington Summit.
NATO will hold its annual Steadfast Noon nuclear exercise with the participation of 60 aircraft from 13 countries. The alliance secretary general stressed the importance of strengthening defense in the face of uncertainty and russia's nuclear rhetoric.
President Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Starmer in London. They discussed the “victory plan”.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives in London for talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. They are expected to discuss the use of British missiles and Zelenskyy's further visits to France and Italy.
Today, President Zelenskyy will meet with NATO Secretary General Rutte and British Prime Minister Starmer in London. The visit will take place despite the postponement of the meeting of the contact group on Ukraine's defense.
Ukraine's president called for joint defense of the sky, as in Israel. Zelenskyy discusses air defense and long-range weapons for Ukraine before winter with new NATO chief Mark Rutte.
Ukraine's Defense Minister Umerov and NATO Secretary General Rutte visited wounded Ukrainian soldiers in rehabilitation. Rutte reiterated NATO's readiness to assist in the treatment and rehabilitation of Ukrainian soldiers.
Mark Rutte and Andriy Sybiga paid tribute to the fallen defenders of Ukraine at the Wall of Remembrance in Kyiv. The NATO Secretary General's visit included important talks with President Zelenskyy on Ukraine's membership in the Alliance.
President Zelenskyy commented on the withdrawal of the Ukrainian Armed Forces from Vuhledar, emphasizing the priority of saving the lives of the military. He emphasized the need to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons to strengthen its defense.
Mark Rutte spoke about Ukraine's approach to NATO during a meeting with Zelenskyy. The Secretary General emphasized support for Ukraine and strengthening the Alliance's defense capabilities, looking forward to Ukraine's accession day.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine's Victory Plan includes defining its place in the European and global security architecture. He discussed this issue with the NATO Secretary General and emphasized the importance of Ukraine's membership in the Alliance.
The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of Mark Rutte's visit to Ukraine as the new NATO chief. The parties discussed Ukraine's membership in the Alliance, the Victory Plan, and air defense needs before the winter.