Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in Copenhagen for an informal meeting with Europe’s political elite. The key topic is ending the Russia-Ukraine war and the next steps for supporting Ukraine.
The discussions involve potential transfers of intelligence and long-range missiles such as Tomahawk and Barracuda, capable of striking targets up to 800 km away, including Moscow. The main targets could be Russian energy facilities, and there is talk of Western approval for these measures under certain conditions.
At the same time, European leaders are debating the fate of frozen Russian assets. A German-proposed “reparations loan” scheme is under consideration, offering financial aid to Ukraine backed by future Russian reparations. Northern European states show stronger support for Ukraine, while Southern countries are more cautious about escalation.
New Russian threats are also discussed, including possible provocations against NATO states—such as drones with warheads and infiltration by sabotage groups. Experts suggest these actions aim to pressure the West into negotiating with Russia on Moscow’s terms.
Ultimately, the main weakness identified in Europe is its slow and often indecisive response. Debates on new forms of assistance continue, while managing the Russia-Ukraine conflict remains a critical international security issue.
