Kristersson in Kiev on invasion anniversary

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson visits Kiev on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. He meets President Volodymyr Zelenskyj and other Nordic-Baltic leaders. Kristersson expresses support for Ukraine as long as Zelenskyj believes in US-mediated talks.

On the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson arrived in Kiev by train with other Nordic-Baltic leaders. During the visit, he met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj.

Kristersson emphasized Sweden's support for Ukraine. "As long as Zelenskyj believes in the talks where the US is mediator, he has our support," he said while in Kiev. He questioned Russia's intentions: "According to Ukraine, the US believes Russia wants peace. But we see absolutely nothing that indicates that."

The prime minister described the frontline situation positively: "The good news is that they are holding the Russians at bay at the front," according to statements reported from the visit. The visit takes place on the anniversary of the war, which began four years ago.

No further details on the meetings or specific agreements are mentioned in available sources. Kristersson's visit underscores continued Nordic support for Ukraine in the conflict with Russia.

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Crowd at Stockholm's Sergels Torg rallying for Ukraine's fourth invasion anniversary, Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard addressing the gathering.
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Many people gathered at Sergels torg in Stockholm to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard emphasized that Ukraine's cause remains Sweden's and that support comes from all parts of society. Other speakers, including Magdalena Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, expressed grief, anger, and determination.

Following initial talks on Sunday, European leaders at the Berlin summit—including Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson—agreed on December 15 on a multinational force with US support to secure Ukraine's rebuilding and defense. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US envoy Steve Witkoff participated, clarifying security guarantees amid ongoing concerns over territories and Russia's stance.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used a Davos address on Thursday to urge European countries to strengthen their own security posture, arguing that Europe risks appearing “lost” if it concentrates on trying to influence U.S. President Donald Trump rather than building credible military capacity to deter Russia and other threats.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a January meeting with US President Donald Trump and European leaders following their December 28 discussions at Mar-a-Lago on a Ukraine peace plan. Trump claimed 95% of issues resolved, including Donbass status, with strong security guarantees, as Russia offered mixed responses after a deadly attack on Kyiv.

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