Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha: "I was glad to meet with my Swedish colleague Maria Malmer Stenergard at the Sir Bani Yas Forum in Abu Dhabi. I thanked Maria for Sweden’s consistent leadership.

We focused on strengthening Ukraine’s air defense and protecting our energy system ahead of winter. Grateful to Sweden for its readiness to assist Ukraine.

We also discussed the timeline for Gripen aircraft deliveries, increasing pressure on Russia, and advancing Ukraine’s EU accession.

Our position is clear: there can be no place for Russia in international sport while it continues its war against Ukraine.

I am particularly grateful to Maria for her powerful voice in advocating for stronger and faster international support for Ukraine"