Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi is set to join a summit of Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) countries via remote connection, which will be hosted by Finnish President Alexander Stubb at the Presidential Palace. The summit is scheduled to take place next Thursday, and will also feature Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney participating remotely. The President's office will provide the official attendees list, which will include Prime Minister Keir Starmer from the United Kingdom, along with leaders from Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Estonia, and Latvia. The confirmation from the Danish representative is expected later.

JEF, which stands for Joint Expeditionary Force, comprises ten nations collaborating on defense matters, led by the United Kingdom. This summit follows the last JEF meeting that was held in Norway in May 2025, showcasing a continued commitment among these nations to work together on defense strategies and geopolitical challenges. The upcoming discussions will particularly focus on the support for Ukraine from JEF countries and broader issues concerning European security.

The discussions at this summit will be critical for Ukraine as they come in the context of ongoing geopolitical tensions in Europe. The participation of prominent leaders underscores the significance of the support that Ukraine is receiving from its partners, and highlights the strategic importance of the JEF as a military cooperative platform. Additionally, the outcomes of this summit may influence future defense collaborations and security measures among the participating nations, particularly regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the security landscape in the region.