EUCO President Costa to visit Kyiv for Ukraine’s Independence Day meeting

What happened

European Council President Antonio Costa’s press office confirmed on August 21 that Costa will visit Kyiv on August 24 to participate in a Coalition of the Willing meeting coinciding with Ukraine’s Independence Day.

While the source does not specify agenda details, the timing and presence of the EUCO head underscore sustained European engagement with Ukraine during the war period.

This visit may also be interpreted as a political gesture of solidarity with Kyiv, reinforcing the message of Western backing amid ongoing hostilities on the ground.

Known from the source

• European Council President Antonio Costa will visit Kyiv on August 24.
• Costa will attend a Coalition of the Willing meeting in Kyiv on that date.
• The visit coincides with Ukraine’s Independence Day.
• The confirmation comes from Costa’s press office as of August 21.

What remains unclear

The Coalition of the Willing meeting could involve discussions on sanctions, military aid, or diplomatic coordination, but no details have been provided yet.

What remains unclear: Official Ukrainian or European Union announcements confirming Costa’s visit and the Coalition of the Willing meeting. Details on the meeting agenda and participating parties. Source text or article extract to verify no additional claims or contextual details are missing. Any relevant background information or broader diplomatic context that might alter the framing.

Evidence note

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Original source: New Voice Ukraine. Open the source.