Current events
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Rob Jetten Met with Ukrainian Servicemembers Training on a Mine Countermeasure Vessel
16 April 2026 - 22:26
The Netherlands will fully train the crew and will transfer the vessel to Ukraine as early as June. It will be named “Henichesk” in honor of a vessel that Ukraine lost while it was carrying out a combat mission in June 2022 near the Kinburn Spit. The ship is expected to take part in the Sea Breeze exercise in 2027.
President of Ukraine and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Honored the Memory of World War II Victims
16 April 2026 - 20:52
The leaders observed a moment of silence in memory of the victims of the war at the Uncle Beach Memorial.
Ukraine and the Netherlands Agreed to Launch Work on the Drone Deal and Joint Drone Production
16 April 2026 - 20:02
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Rob Jetten signed a Joint Declaration on the start of work on the Drone Deal and agreed on the co-production of drones.
Ukraine and the Netherlands Have Already Begun Work on the Comprehensive Development of All Air Defense Capabilities – Volodymyr Zelenskyy Following His Meeting with Rob Jetten
16 April 2026 - 19:44
During their talks in Middelburg, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Rob Jetten discussed security issues, support for and development of Ukraine’s energy sector, strengthening diplomatic cooperation, and holding Russia accountable for the crime of aggression.
President of Ukraine Had a Meeting with King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands
16 April 2026 - 18:06
The Head of State thanked His Majesty for his personal support of Ukraine and of the entire Ukrainian people throughout more than four years of the fight against Russia’s full‑scale aggression.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Received the Four Freedoms Awards on Behalf of the Entire Ukrainian People
16 April 2026 - 16:15
In the Dutch city of Middelburg, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy accepted the Four Freedoms Awards on behalf of the entire Ukrainian people for courage and resilience in the fight for freedom. The award was presented by Prime Minister of the Netherlands Rob Jetten and Elizabeth Roosevelt in the presence of King Willem-Alexander and Princess Beatrix.
The President of Ukraine and the Minister of Defense of Italy Discussed Cooperation in the Defense Sector and Possible Formats of Such Partnership
15 April 2026 - 22:04
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Guido Crosetto share the same position: there is significant potential for defense cooperation, and it must be realized. Future partnership will cover many different areas, including capability development, exchange of experience, and industrial cooperation in various sectors: air defense, unmanned systems, ammunition, and the maritime sphere.
The President of Ukraine and the President of Italy Met in Rome
15 April 2026 - 21:05
The Head of State thanked the President of Italy for his unwavering, principled stance in support of Ukraine and the Ukrainian people. Sergio Mattarella assured that his country’s position remains unchanged and that support for Ukraine will continue.
The Teams of Ukraine and Italy Will Work through the Details of a Drone Deal between Our Countries – Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Following His Meeting with Giorgia Meloni
15 April 2026 - 20:08
In Rome, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President of the Council of Ministers of Italy Giorgia Meloni discussed the strengthening of security cooperation, further support for Ukraine, and efforts to achieve peace.
Strengthening Ukraine’s Air Defense and Agreements on Drone Deals: Results of the President’s Visits to Germany and Norway
15 April 2026 - 16:35
During the visits of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Germany and Norway, bilateral documents were signed that strengthen Ukraine’s air defense, attract investment, and launch work on Drone Deals.