Key Question
Why did Ukraine's security talks take place in Oslo?
Timeline for Oslo
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Hosted the 20 October peace talks
Russia-Ukraine War 2026: Zelenskyy talks guarantees with US envoyBackground
Oslo is the capital of Norway, with the Oslo Fjord to its south. The City of Oslo describes this geographical setting in its municipal profile.
Common Questions
Where is Oslo?
Oslo is Norway's capital, with the Oslo Fjord to its south.Source: https://www.oslo.kommune.no/english/politics/about-oslo/
Who joined the October 2026 Oslo discussions?
What was the stated agenda for the Oslo meetings?
Finland's presidency said the talks would cover Russia's war against Ukraine and the wider European security situation.Source: https://www.presidentti.fi/en/president-stubb-to-pay-working-visit-to-oslo-2/
How the World Sees Them
South Korean foreign ministry
the absence of any constructive steps by the Ukrainian side
Alexander Lukashenko
We would very much like the Americans to fulfil the agreements one hundred per cent
Péter Magyar
as long as it merely transits the country, there would be no obstacle
Donald Tusk
Poland does not allow operations to be conducted on or over our territory without the explicit consent of the Polish state
Mindaugas Sinkevičius
there is no doubt it carried explosives
Alexander Stubb
Peace requires patience, but war doesn't wait. It is our duty to do what we can to bring Russia's war of aggression to an end.
Kaja Kallas
a dangerous and unacceptable escalation
Marco Rubio
Sanctions aren't just on Russia. They are on anyone who does business with Russia.
Chinese foreign ministry (Mao Ning)
I have no information on that at the moment.
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