Zelensky makes surprise visit to Norway

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Norway on Wednesday for a previously unannounced visit to discuss support for his country's defense against the Russian invasion.

The Norwegian government said this in a statement, Ukrinform reports, citing Reuters.

According to the statement, Zelensky and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere will hold meetings on Norway's continued support for Ukraine, among other things.

Leaders from Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland are also set to meet in Oslo on Wednesday for a planned Nordic summit.

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"Norway will continue to support Ukraine's fight to defend itself. We are providing targeted, long-term support to assist Ukraine in its battle for freedom and democracy," Stoere said in a statement.

"Ukraine's efforts are important to safeguarding freedom and security here in Norway as well," he added.