The war in Ukraine has now been going on for four years, the security situation in Europe remains tense and international developments are raising urgent questions: What is the current situation on the ground? What are the prospects for peace, security and reconstruction? And how reliable is the support from Western partners?

UN Secretary-General António Guterres is calling for an immediate, unconditional ceasefire in view of the Russian war of aggression, which has been ongoing since February 24, 2022, and points to the sharp rise in the number of civilian casualties in 2025.
According to Mediazona and the BBC, at least 200,000 Russian soldiers have been confirmed to have died since the beginning, while experts estimate the actual losses to be significantly higher; Ukraine is also lamenting tens of thousands of dead and missing. While EU representatives sharply criticize Hungary's blockade of aid to Ukraine, the reconstruction of the country is estimated to cost around 588 billion dollars over the next ten years.

Political developments in the USA also play a key role in this. US President Donald Trump's stance is attracting international attention. His statements on the future direction of US foreign policy, support for Ukraine and possible negotiations with Russia are the subject of intense debate around the world. What impact could political changes in Washington have on Ukraine and Europe?

We are delighted to welcome a special guest to the Bergson Academy to discuss this highly topical subject: Yurii Nykytiuk, Consul General of Ukraine. He will give a first-hand account of the current situation in his country, categorize international developments and shed light on the significance of transatlantic relations for the future of Ukraine.

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End: 20:30

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