Støre says Ukraine talks in Oslo need further diplomatic effort
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said today’s talks with Ukraine are crucial and require additional work, as he meets President Volodymyr Zelenskyj in Oslo with Finland’s president and U.S. envoys.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre addressed a press gathering before entering the Stortinget, emphasizing the importance of today’s diplomatic discussions on Ukraine. He explained that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyj requested Norway host the meeting, which is being held in Oslo and includes Finland’s President Alexander Stubb as well as U.S. special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Støre described the situation in Ukraine as a critical moment and said that only through continued dialogue can the war achieve a just and durable resolution.
He reiterated that the topics are familiar but highlighted the need for ongoing work to advance the process. The prime minister underscored Norway’s close cooperation with Kyiv on these issues, reflecting Oslo’s active role in supporting peace efforts.
Why it matters
The meeting shows Norway’s active role in facilitating diplomatic efforts toward a lasting peace in Ukraine.
How this story developed
- Sep 28 EU drafts step-by-step accession roadmaps for Montenegro, Ukraine, Moldova and Albania
- Sep 29 The European Commission has prepared a proposal to shift most unanimous votes in EU enlargement talks to qualified-majority voting, keeping veto power only at the start and end of a candidate's accession process.
- Oct 6 The Commission introduced a shift from unanimous to qualified‑majority voting for most accession steps.
- Oct 10 EU has begun drafting specific accession roadmaps for Montenegro, Ukraine, Moldova and Albania.
- Oct 14 EU officials released a draft accession schedule for the four candidates.
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