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Polski premier Donald Tusk ogłosił szczyt w Szwecji. Celem jest wsparcie Ukrainy w konflikcie z Rosją. W spotkaniu wezmą udział kraje nordyckie i bałtyckie. Omówione będą pomoc wojskowa i aspiracje Ukrainy do Unii Europejskiej. Będzie także rozmowa między Tusk a premierem Szwecji o współpracy strategicznej .
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The Polish Prime Minister, Donald Tusk, has announced a summit in Sweden. The aim is to support Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Nordic and Baltic countries will participate in the meeting. Military aid and Ukraine's aspirations to join the European Union will be discussed. There will also be a conversation between Tusk and the Swedish Prime Minister about strategic cooperation.
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Question 1: Who announced a summit in Sweden?
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Question 2: What will be discussed at the summit?
Military aid and Ukraine's aspirations to join the European Union will be discussed.
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▌21/11/2024
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced an upcoming "extraordinary summit" set to take place next week in Sweden. The meeting aims to consolidate the positions of Scandinavian and Baltic states along with Poland on the issue of continued support for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia.
The announcement follows Tusk's recent discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who expressed gratitude to Poland for its unwavering solidarity since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. The two leaders primarily focused on new military aid packages for Kyiv and Ukraine's aspirations towards European Union membership.
Zelensky further emphasized the importance of Poland's upcoming six-month presidency of the European Union Council, which begins on 1 January 2025. He expects strong support from Poland in advancing Ukraine's EU negotiations, as Poland's leadership could be pivotal in opening new negotiation clusters.
Tusk Announces Special Summit on Ukraine in Sweden (Illustration)
The summit in Sweden includes countries forming the NB8 format — comprising Nordic nations (Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland) and Baltic states (Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia) — with security and strategic cooperation high on the agenda. Additionally, bilateral discussions between Sweden and Poland are anticipated, with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson hosting the event. Both leaders are expected to sign a new strategic partnership.
During the event, Tusk will coordinate with other EU and Western powers to ensure a unified approach to offering Ukraine long-term support and maintaining regional security, particularly around the Baltic Sea.
This gathering underscores the critical importance of cohesive Western policies and a united stance in supporting Ukraine, enhancing European security, and signalling continued resistance against attempts to end Russia's political isolation.
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