Alexander Stubb

Stubb Doubts Putin-Zelenskyj Meeting Will Happen

Finland's president Alexander Stubb does not believe that there will be a meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyj and Vladimir Putin.

Alexander Stubb: Finland's Role as Europe's "Trump Whisperer"

Why is "a small country like Finland" seated at the table of great powers? President Alexander Stubb posed the question himself in front of the TV cameras at this week's Ukraine summit at the White House. His own answer was Finland's strategic location, with a over 100 mile long border against Russia. But many also point out that Stubb has established himself as Europe's "Trump whisperer".

European Leaders Relieved by Defense Guarantees After White House Talks

No new scolding of Ukraine's President Zelenskyj – and increasingly carved out defense guarantees. Several of the European leaders who participated in Monday's conversation at the White House express relief after the meeting was concluded.

Trump Plans Meeting Between Zelensky and Putin for Peace Talks

A meeting between the presidents Putin and Zelenskyj has "begun to be prepared", says Donald Trump. Russia has not confirmed the matter. I believe that we should meet without preconceptions and consider the further development towards an end to the war, says Ukraine's president.

Zelenskyj Thanks Trump at White House Meeting on Ukraine War

The European leaders have now arrived at the White House for the meeting with Donald Trump about the war in Ukraine – also the main guest Volodymyr Zelenskyj. Thank you for your efforts to put an end to the war, Zelenskyj said to his host.

EU Leaders Await Outside as Zelensky Meets Trump at White House

A number of European leaders follow Volodymyr Zelenskyj to the White House – but are forced to wait outside when the Ukrainian speaks with Donald Trump about the war. In fresh memory is the presidents' catastrophic meeting in February.

Key Developments from Recent Ukraine Peace Meetings

Under the last few days, several top meetings about Russia's war in Ukraine have been held and further meetings are expected during the coming week. This is what we know:

Trump Welcomes Zelenskyj to White House Amid European Support

Today, Donald Trump receives Volodymyr Zelenskyj in Washington. Several of Europe's heaviest leaders are on site to show support for Ukraine's president, almost half a year after the infamous quarrel in the White House.

Key Developments from Recent Ukraine Peace Talks

During the last few days, several top meetings about Russia's war in Ukraine have been held and further meetings are expected during the coming week. This is what we know:

US Reports Russian Concessions Before Key Summit with Trump and Zelensky

The European Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen and several European leaders will accompany Ukraine's President Zelenskyj at the meeting with Donald Trump in Washington on Monday. Ahead of the meeting, Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff says Russia has agreed to certain "concessions" regarding territorial withdrawals.

Zelenskyj Prepares for Crucial Meeting with Trump Amid Tensions

Interpreter and a European leader, that is the support that Ukraine's president Zelenskyj needs at the meeting with USA's president Donald Trump on Monday, according to USA expert Erik Åsard.

Europe Seeks Clarity on US Security Guarantees for Ukraine

What do the US security guarantees mean for Ukraine's future? The question was posed in the crisis-ridden remote meeting that European leaders have held ahead of Monday's meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Trump Backs Proposal for Ukrainian Land Concessions to Russia

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, supports a proposal from the Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding Ukrainian land concessions in order to achieve peace. European leaders may participate in Zelenskyj's meeting with Trump on Monday. This is stated by sources to, among others, Financial Times and The New York Times.

Zelenskyj to Meet Trump in Washington on Monday

Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyj will meet USA's president Trump on Monday in Washington DC, according to Zelenskyj on X. ”I am grateful for the invitation”, writes Zelenskyj.

European Nations and Ukraine Agree on Joint Ceasefire Plan

Ukraine and several European countries have presented a joint plan for a ceasefire in Ukraine. The plan has been refined at the extraordinary meeting in the United Kingdom on Saturday, reports Wall Street Journal. ”The path to peace in Ukraine must be determined together with Ukraine”, writes President Volodymyr Zelenskyj after the meeting.

Finland's President Stubb Ready to Support Palestine Recognition

Finland's President Alexander Stubb is ready to approve a proposal from the government to recognize the state of Palestine.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb Places Second in Triathlon

Controversy in Finland as President Stubb's Son Lands Sought-After Internship

Outraged feelings have been aroused in Finland since it has become known that a sought-after internship at the Finnish Institute of Foreign Policy has gone to none other than the internationally acclaimed President Alexander Stubb's son.

Bilderberg Meeting 2025: Key Figures Gather in Sweden

Several Swedish and internationally known persons will participate in the Bilderberg group's secret meeting which starts at the Grand Hotel today. Among others, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party), Spotify's CEO and founder Daniel Ek and NATO chief Mark Rutte will participate.

Finland's President Stubb Builds Strong Ties with Trump After Golf Meeting

Alexander Stubb is on good terms with the USA's President Donald Trump after the notable round of golf they did together. This emerges in an interview with the Finnish President, which Dagens Industri has conducted. "We're on good terms," he tells the newspaper.

Kristersson in Oslo: Nordic Leaders Push for Ukraine Ceasefire

The Nordic countries and allies within the defense cooperation JEF are now participating in the attempts to achieve a month-long ceasefire in the Ukraine war. Ultimately, Russia must know that there is an "or else", that forces them to accept a ceasefire and respect it, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to TT in Oslo.

Kristersson Attends Oslo Talks Before Key Trump Summit

Ulf Kristersson is attending a dinner in Oslo tonight within the British-led defence cooperation JEF. The Prime Minister will prepare with Nordic colleagues for the next major summit with Donald Trump, in the Netherlands in June.

Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Vatican Ceremony with Global Leaders

Pope Francis has been laid to rest. At the ceremony in the Vatican, large parts of the world's elite were present – and hundreds of thousands of mourners from all corners of the world. He was a man of the people, who wanted everyone's well-being and fought for peace, says Nigerian Sunny Oritsegbubemi Okuku.

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

Rome stands still and the world's eyes are fixed on the Vatican. Today, Pope Francis is being buried. In attendance are royalty, tens of thousands of mourners – and a long list of the world's most powerful leaders. However, for some, the pomp leaves a bitter aftertaste.