WorldVon der Leyen, other European leaders arrive in Kyiv for Ukraine Statehood Day

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and other European leaders have arrived in Kyiv for Ukraine Statehood Day. Von der Leyen said she would announce new initiatives aimed at integrating Ukrainian and European defense industries. The planned measures place industrial cooperation at the center of the visit. They also signal continued European attention to Ukraine’s defense-related ties with Europe.

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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★★☆2026-07-15 07:25Original