Nordic leaders meet Zelenskyy in Copenhagen to discuss defense cooperation
Nordic leaders gathered in Copenhagen with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss joint defense initiatives and winter military aid.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Denmark on Tuesday to attend a working summit with Nordic heads of government focused on European security and ongoing military assistance.
Hosted by Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, the meetings brought together regional leaders, including Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. Discussions centered on Ukraine's urgent winter requirements, particularly strengthening air defense capabilities and protecting critical energy infrastructure against Russian strikes.
Ahead of the talks, Zelenskyy noted discussions on opening defense liaison offices in Denmark and Norway to advance industrial cooperation, including work on the Freyja air defense system alongside Norwegian firm Kongsberg Gruppen. Norwegian Prime Minister Støre highlighted the essential role of Nordic unity during a demanding winter season.
Sources: Aftenposten, Berlingske, Dagens Industri, DR, VG (Verdens Gang)
Sources
- Dagens Industri — Zelenskyj träffar nordiska ledare i dag
- Berlingske — Zelenskyj kommer til Danmark og taler med nordiske statsledere
- DR — Zelenskyj lægger i dag vejen forbi Danmark
- Aftenposten — Zelenskyj er i Danmark i dag og vil møte nordiske ledere. Støre deltar også.
- VG (Verdens Gang) — Zelenskyj til DR: Skal diskutere å åpne kontor i Danmark og Oslo
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- Nov 10, 2026, 09:00 PM UTCUkrainian president meets Nordic leaders in Denmark over winter defense needs
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