Current events

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, who arrived in Ukraine for the first time.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that the most important thing is for diplomacy aimed at peace to be well-coordinated and focused on tangible outcomes.

The two leaders discussed which specific sanctions could compel Russia to stop placing conditions on an unconditional ceasefire, as well as the coordination of steps with partners.

The Head of State expressed gratitude to the United States and the American people for their support of Ukraine and extended special thanks to President Donald Trump and his team for their efforts to bring the war to an end. Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine consistently supports all U.S. proposals and is engaged in constructive dialogue to achieve a just and lasting peace.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Olena Zelenska expressed their gratitude for the Pope’s support of Ukraine and for his call for a just and lasting peace, the release of prisoners, and the return of children. How to achieve these goals as soon as possible was a central topic of the discussion during the audience.

In the Vatican, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska attended the solemn Mass marking the beginning of the pontificate of Pope Leo XIV.

In Rome, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Switzerland Karin Keller‑Sutter.

While in Rome, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held his first meeting with Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney, during which they discussed the full and unconditional ceasefire, pressure on Russia, continued support for Ukraine, and Canada’s Presidency of the G7.

The Presidents of Ukraine and Montenegro discussed in detail the stance taken by Russia and the need to increase pressure to achieve peace. The leaders also discussed prospects for cooperation between Ukraine and Montenegro in various sectors and agreed to work on its development.

The Head of State expressed gratitude for the Netherlands' support for Ukraine, particularly for its defense assistance and the nearly threefold increase in aid this year. The leaders discussed Ukraine’s current needs, including strengthening air defense and securing direct investments in Ukrainian drone production.