European integration, the strengthening of defence capabilities, and the deepening of inter-parliamentary cooperation. Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk held a series of meetings with international partners during his working visit to Rome.
He held a series of bilateral meetings with the heads of the parliaments of the United Kingdom, Estonia, Denmark, Slovenia, Hungary, Armenia and the Nordic Council
Among the key discussion topics were support for Ukraine on its path towards EU membership, the development of joint defence production, and countering russian aggression.
"russia is changing its tactics, and Europe must therefore stay one step ahead. We must strengthen Ukraine’s defence, explore new opportunities for military assistance, and demonstrate unity in the face of threats that affect the entire continent," emphasized Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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He held a series of bilateral meetings with the heads of the parliaments of the United Kingdom, Estonia, Denmark, Slovenia, Hungary, Armenia and the Nordic Council
Among the key discussion topics were support for Ukraine on its path towards EU membership, the development of joint defence production, and countering russian aggression.
"russia is changing its tactics, and Europe must therefore stay one step ahead. We must strengthen Ukraine’s defence, explore new opportunities for military assistance, and demonstrate unity in the face of threats that affect the entire continent," emphasized Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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Support for Ukraine and its right to a just and lasting peace has been reaffirmed in the final document of the European Conference of Speakers of Parliament
This was announced by Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada.
“The document emphasises the need to defend a rules-based international order, reject double standards and ensure accountability for all violations of international law. This is an important political signal. Peace cannot be based on the aggressor’s impunity. Nor can international law be applied selectively,” Ruslan Stefanchuk stressed.
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This was announced by Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada.
“The document emphasises the need to defend a rules-based international order, reject double standards and ensure accountability for all violations of international law. This is an important political signal. Peace cannot be based on the aggressor’s impunity. Nor can international law be applied selectively,” Ruslan Stefanchuk stressed.
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Over 4 billion dollars in international financial aid has been successfully unlocked thanks to the joint efforts of the Verkhovna Rada and the Government.
This was emphasised by Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, as he summarised the results of the latest plenary week.
Among the key outcomes were decisions crucial to the country’s financial stability and Ukraine’s further European integration.
According to Ruslan Stefanchuk, the Verkhovna Rada played a key role in opening up two further negotiation clusters. “The decisions adopted by Parliament helped to unblock the negotiation process and further Ukraine’s progress towards EU membership,” emphasised the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada.
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This was emphasised by Ruslan Stefanchuk, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, as he summarised the results of the latest plenary week.
Among the key outcomes were decisions crucial to the country’s financial stability and Ukraine’s further European integration.
According to Ruslan Stefanchuk, the Verkhovna Rada played a key role in opening up two further negotiation clusters. “The decisions adopted by Parliament helped to unblock the negotiation process and further Ukraine’s progress towards EU membership,” emphasised the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada.
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Sweden is allocating a new support package worth SEK 522 million. These funds will be directed to meet Ukraine’s most urgent needs ahead of and during the winter.
The new package includes:
SEK 271 million for energy support;
SEK 60 million through the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR);
SEK 50 million for humanitarian assistance.
In addition, support totaling SEK 67 million is being provided to strengthen Ukraine’s civilian cybersecurity, while SEK 74 million is allocated to the World Health Organization (WHO) to bolster healthcare and medical services in Ukraine.
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The new package includes:
SEK 271 million for energy support;
SEK 60 million through the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR);
SEK 50 million for humanitarian assistance.
In addition, support totaling SEK 67 million is being provided to strengthen Ukraine’s civilian cybersecurity, while SEK 74 million is allocated to the World Health Organization (WHO) to bolster healthcare and medical services in Ukraine.
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Ukrainian experience today helps our partners better understand the nature of modern warfare and prepare for new security challenges.
This was emphasized by First Deputy Speaker Oleksandr Korniyenko during a seminar of the Interparliamentary Council Ukraine–NATO (UNIC) titled "Lessons of Ukraine: Defence, Innovation, Resilience, and the Future of Euro-Atlantic Security," which took place in Warsaw.
He stressed the critical need to strengthen Ukrainian air defence, spoke about the deployment of unmanned systems in the air, on land, and at sea, and highlighted the challenges posed by russian disinformation and hybrid threats.
"I am grateful to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly and its Secretariat, our Polish colleagues, and Marko Mihkelson, Co-Chair of the Interparliamentary Council Ukraine–NATO, for organizing the seminar and for their consistent cooperation. It is essential to continue this dialogue and translate the developed decisions into practical action," he noted.
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This was emphasized by First Deputy Speaker Oleksandr Korniyenko during a seminar of the Interparliamentary Council Ukraine–NATO (UNIC) titled "Lessons of Ukraine: Defence, Innovation, Resilience, and the Future of Euro-Atlantic Security," which took place in Warsaw.
He stressed the critical need to strengthen Ukrainian air defence, spoke about the deployment of unmanned systems in the air, on land, and at sea, and highlighted the challenges posed by russian disinformation and hybrid threats.
"I am grateful to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly and its Secretariat, our Polish colleagues, and Marko Mihkelson, Co-Chair of the Interparliamentary Council Ukraine–NATO, for organizing the seminar and for their consistent cooperation. It is essential to continue this dialogue and translate the developed decisions into practical action," he noted.
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Strengthening air defence, Ukraine’s accession to the EU, and tightening sanction pressure on russia. Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk discussed these topics with Prime Minister of Finland Petteri Orpo.
The parties separately discussed the importance of restricting tourist visas for russians and engaging Finnish experts to further coordinate joint efforts within the Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) format.
Ruslan Stefanchuk expressed his gratitude to his Finnish colleague Petteri Orpo.
“Finland remains a reliable partner of Ukraine. I am grateful to Petteri Orpo for his principled stance, readiness to continue supporting Ukraine, and our shared understanding that only strength, unity, and solidarity can deliver a just peace,” emphasized the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada.
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The parties separately discussed the importance of restricting tourist visas for russians and engaging Finnish experts to further coordinate joint efforts within the Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) format.
Ruslan Stefanchuk expressed his gratitude to his Finnish colleague Petteri Orpo.
“Finland remains a reliable partner of Ukraine. I am grateful to Petteri Orpo for his principled stance, readiness to continue supporting Ukraine, and our shared understanding that only strength, unity, and solidarity can deliver a just peace,” emphasized the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada.
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Estonia is allocating an additional €10 million under the NATO PURL initiative.
This was announced by Margus Tsahkna, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Estonia. According to him, the funds will be directed toward military support assistance for Ukraine.
Margus Tsahkna emphasized that Estonia’s military assistance to Ukraine this year amounts to 0.3% of the country’s GDP.
“The stronger Ukraine can defend itself, the less russia can dictate the terms of peace,” noted the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Estonia.
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This was announced by Margus Tsahkna, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Estonia. According to him, the funds will be directed toward military support assistance for Ukraine.
Margus Tsahkna emphasized that Estonia’s military assistance to Ukraine this year amounts to 0.3% of the country’s GDP.
“The stronger Ukraine can defend itself, the less russia can dictate the terms of peace,” noted the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Estonia.
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Ukraine will be one of the top priorities during Lithuania’s Presidency of the Council of the EU in the first half of 2027, focusing primarily on security and EU enlargement.
This was stated by Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk following his meeting with Speaker of the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania Juozas Olekas.
During the meeting, the parties discussed defense support for Ukraine, tightening sanctions pressure on russia, the return of illegally displaced Ukrainian children, and the establishment of an international compensation mechanism. Particular attention was paid to the necessity of opening all six negotiation clusters regarding Ukraine’s accession to the EU.
"We especially appreciate Lithuania’s defense assistance, which has already exceeded €1.1 billion. I am grateful for the solidarity, tangible assistance, and shared understanding that Ukraine’s security is indispensable to the security of all of Europe," he Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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This was stated by Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk following his meeting with Speaker of the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania Juozas Olekas.
During the meeting, the parties discussed defense support for Ukraine, tightening sanctions pressure on russia, the return of illegally displaced Ukrainian children, and the establishment of an international compensation mechanism. Particular attention was paid to the necessity of opening all six negotiation clusters regarding Ukraine’s accession to the EU.
"We especially appreciate Lithuania’s defense assistance, which has already exceeded €1.1 billion. I am grateful for the solidarity, tangible assistance, and shared understanding that Ukraine’s security is indispensable to the security of all of Europe," he Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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Every Life Saved Is the Most Important Result of the Humanitarian Mission in Oleshky
The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk held a meeting with the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinetzs to discuss the progress of the humanitarian operation.
The meeting focused on organizing assistance to civilians and securing safe evacuation options from Oleshky. Particular attention was paid to the safety and rights of children.
"The Verkhovna Rada is actively involved in this effort through its Commissioner for Human Rights. Ukrainian parliamentarians have consistently raised the issue of protecting the residents of Oleshky across all international platforms. On behalf of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, I express my sincere gratitude to First Lady of the United States Melania Trump for her personal involvement and mediation in organizing this humanitarian mission," emphasized Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk held a meeting with the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinetzs to discuss the progress of the humanitarian operation.
The meeting focused on organizing assistance to civilians and securing safe evacuation options from Oleshky. Particular attention was paid to the safety and rights of children.
"The Verkhovna Rada is actively involved in this effort through its Commissioner for Human Rights. Ukrainian parliamentarians have consistently raised the issue of protecting the residents of Oleshky across all international platforms. On behalf of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, I express my sincere gratitude to First Lady of the United States Melania Trump for her personal involvement and mediation in organizing this humanitarian mission," emphasized Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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russia launched a drone strike on a railway platform in Dnipro, where a commuter train and a passenger train were stationed. At least 13 people were killed.
According to preliminary data, 10 more people were injured. Three individuals were hospitalized in critical condition, including an 11-year-old boy.
"This is yet another proof that Russia responds to international efforts for peace with new crimes against civilians. Any weakening of pressure on the aggressor creates additional opportunities for the continuation of the war. That is precisely why sanctions against the russian economy, energy sector, and war machine must not be relaxed, but rather intensified. My sincere condolences go to the families and loved ones of those killed. I wish strength and a speedy recovery to all those injured," stated the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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According to preliminary data, 10 more people were injured. Three individuals were hospitalized in critical condition, including an 11-year-old boy.
"This is yet another proof that Russia responds to international efforts for peace with new crimes against civilians. Any weakening of pressure on the aggressor creates additional opportunities for the continuation of the war. That is precisely why sanctions against the russian economy, energy sector, and war machine must not be relaxed, but rather intensified. My sincere condolences go to the families and loved ones of those killed. I wish strength and a speedy recovery to all those injured," stated the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk.
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