Mette Frederiksen
European leaders criticized individual contacts with moscow over the risk of a split. Zelenskyy called the dialogue an additional channel for Europe’s position.
Andrii Sybiha stated that after the European leaders' conversation with putin, Russia is not demonstrating readiness for negotiations. Ukraine is ready for dialogue without unilateral concessions.
The Russian dictator told the leaders of Finland and Norway that he would not agree to "compromises contrary to the interests of the Russian Federation. "
Jonas Gahr Støre denied that the conversation with Putin had been uncoordinated with the allies. He said that the partners had been informed in advance.
The EU is considering Meloni, Stubb, Pavel, Frederiksen and Støre to take part in the talks. All five may go.
Denmark will acquire Joint Strike and Anthem long-range missiles to strengthen offensive capabilities and deter Russia. The deal includes weapons for F-35s.
Mette Frederiksen said she had not heard any calls for Zelenskyy to soften his criticism of Trump. She defended the president's right to speak out.
EU leaders have resumed discussions on using Russian assets to support Ukraine. Belgium stated that its position remains unchanged.
European leaders fear that Trump is increasingly supporting Moscow and pressuring Kyiv. The EU plans to continue helping Ukraine without wavering.
Denmark said that Russia does not want peace, and therefore Europe must accelerate the expansion of its own defense capabilities.
Germany and five other EU countries are demanding a substantial cut to the 2028–2034 budget. They also want to change spending priorities.
Zelenskyy said that the IMF would help find some of the funds for Ukraine's financial stability next year. They also discussed commitment laws.
Zelenskyy and Frederiksen discussed financial support for Ukraine, EU sanctions, and joint defense production. Denmark previously allocated $275 million for air defense.
Trump announced an agreement between Denmark and Greenland on permanent U. S. security powers. Denmark had previously rejected the idea of transferring the island to Washington.
Ursula von der Leyen will present a plan for EU investment in Greenland and closer political ties. It concerns minerals, satellites and energy.
Denmark has sent the first group of conscripts to serve in Greenland amid the U. S. president's intentions to obtain the territory. Copenhagen has also pledged billions of dollars for the island's defense.
Mette Frederiksen called the support for Ukraine Europe's self-defense. Russia uses disinformation and threats to pressure NATO and Baltic countries.
Mette Frederiksen called on Europe to accelerate rearmament based on Ukrainian innovations. It is impossible to create an effective security system without Ukraine.
Ukraine plans to create an anti-ballistic shield together with European countries, whose leaders are increasingly realizing the need to build a new security architecture.
Chief Designer and co-owner of Fire Point, Denys Shtilerman, called on European partners to accelerate the pace of cooperation for the implementation of the FREYJA pan-European anti-ballistic shield. Meanwhile, the company is already taking concrete steps toward the project's realization: the first successful tests of the FP-7 missile, which will serve as the primary means of intercepting ballistic targets in the new system, took place recently.
Social Democratic leader Mette Frederiksen has formed a minority coalition government. This has secured her a third consecutive term as Prime Minister.
Fire Point's Project Freya will become a low-cost analogue to the Patriot system for the defense of Europe. The first ballistic interception by the FP-7.x missile is possible by the end of the year.
The Danish shipyard Fayard is repairing Russian Arc7 gas carriers despite government protests. It is the only company in the EU providing such services until sanctions are introduced in 2027.
Troels Lund Poulsen proposes a coalition of three right-wing parties and a reduction in gasoline prices. For the minority government to function, it requires the support of other factions.
Troels Lund Poulsen has taken charge of government formation talks following the failure of Mette Frederiksen. A new cabinet could be formed without the Social Democrats.
The President will take part in a special meeting of EU leaders and hold talks with Nausėda and Frederiksen. A meeting with Costa and von der Leyen is planned.
Trump's statements on Greenland add urgency to the process of forming Denmark's government. Mette Frederiksen is strengthening her influence in the third week of coalition meetings.
Mette Frederiksen submitted her government's resignation to the King due to the coalition's loss of positions. Neither bloc gained a majority, leading to difficult negotiations.
Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats lead with 21% of the votes according to exit polls. No bloc has a majority, so centrists will decide the fate of the coalition.
Voting is underway in Denmark's general election following Donald Trump's statements about the island. Social Democrats Mette Frederiksen lead in the polls.