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Discussing territorial concessions on the part of Ukraine is a trap that would lead to new demands from Putin. This was stated by the Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, Prime Minister of Ukraine in 2014-2016, Arseniy Yatsenyuk, in an interview with Sky News.‘The US Secretary of State Rubio said that the most challenged issue is whether Ukraine is ready to cede the territory. In case Ukraine decides, which is completely unacceptable, to cede the territory of Donetsk, trust me, Putin would ask for another four regions of Ukraine that are illegally incorporated into the Russian constitution. He would ask for a full demilitarisation of Ukraine, for a non-NATO member status of Ukraine, and for Ukraine as a neutral state,’ Arseniy Yatsenyuk stressed.‘We are right now in talks with our American friends about what kind of concessions Ukraine is ready to provide. Give me a break. Tell me what kind of concessions Putin is ready to give at this negotiating table,’ said the Chairman of the KSF.He called the negotiations in Moscow ‘sham talks’. ‘Otherwise, he would announce an unconditional ceasefire and only afterwards hold real peace talks. So no doubt that Putin is stepping President Trump along,’ the former prime minister said.Arseniy Yatsenyuk also outlined four goals of the Kremlin: ‘The first is to postpone and circumvent sanctions. The second one is to block the seizure of the Russian assets. The third is to drive a wedge between the European Union and the United States. And the fourth is to show everyone that he [Putin] is acting in good faith, but he doesn't have faith,’ the Chairman of the KSF emphasised.The former prime minister also warned against the US refusing to support Ukraine. ‘If Americans turn their back on Ukraine, this would be a disaster not only for Ukraine and for Europe, not only for NATO and for the free world. This would be a disaster of a magnitude bigger than the notorious withdrawal of Americans from Afghanistan. This would be a complete humiliation of the United States of America,’ he stressed.At the same time, Arseniy Yatsenyuk emphasised that the US needs to provide Ukraine with additional military capabilities to strengthen its positions. ‘The Americans have to make Ukrainians stronger in order for us to have a better negotiating position. And it would be easier for Americans to drag Putin to the negotiating table and get real concessions out of Putin, but not out of Ukraine,’ said the Chairman of the KSF.

Discussing territorial concessions on the part of Ukraine is a trap that would lead to new demands from Putin. This was stated by the Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, Prime Minister of Ukraine in 2014-2016, Arseniy Yatsenyuk, in an interview with Sky News.

Yatsenyuk: If Putin wanted real negotiations, he would have declared an unconditional ceasefire

The extraordinary session on the situation in Ukraine's energy sector and economy, convened by the Kyiv Security Forum (KSF), brought together diplomats, experts, and officials to discuss the real threats Ukraine faces on the eve of winter and to identify ways to address them. The discussion during the energy panel focused on analysing scenarios for how the situation may unfold and developing concrete responses, particularly those involving the European Union and other international partners, aimed at strengthening and protecting Ukraine's energy security.The extraordinary session on the situation in Ukraine's energy sector and economy, convened by the Kyiv Security Forum (KSF), brought together diplomats, experts, and officials to discuss the real threats Ukraine faces on the eve of winter and to identify ways to address them. The discussion during the energy panel focused on analysing scenarios for how the situation may unfold and developing concrete responses, particularly those involving the European Union and other international partners, aimed at strengthening and protecting Ukraine's energy security.As noted by the Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, Arseniy Yatsenyuk, Ukraine’s Prime Minister in 2014–2016, alongside Russia’s military plans to seize Ukraine, Putin’s strategy also includes an attempt to freeze the country.<o:p></o:p><figure class="image"><img alt="large_0_V0_A4158_d43c6ae46a.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_0_V0_A4158_d43c6ae46a_b4e2543b7c.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_0_V0_A4158_d43c6ae46a_b4e2543b7c.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_0_V0_A4158_d43c6ae46a_b4e2543b7c.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_0_V0_A4158_d43c6ae46a_b4e2543b7c.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"></figure><o:p></o:p>"He hopes he can freeze the Ukrainian people, but he will never freeze our will to prevail. And to ensure victory, it is crucial that we mobilise our strength, capabilities, and resources to get through this difficult winter,”&nbsp;the KSF Chairman underlined.For his part, D.TRADING CEO Dmytro Sakharuk noted that Ukraine's energy system continues to function thanks to cooperation, investments, and the resilience of its people.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_0_V0_A4433_f0ba4ac6a6.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_0_V0_A4433_f0ba4ac6a6_16afe0f5d8.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_0_V0_A4433_f0ba4ac6a6_16afe0f5d8.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_0_V0_A4433_f0ba4ac6a6_16afe0f5d8.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_0_V0_A4433_f0ba4ac6a6_16afe0f5d8.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>"All of us — Ukrenergo, Centrenergo, and private companies — are looking for equipment across Europe. Without partnership, rapid recovery is impossible. The second crucial element is financing, and the third is the people who have been working tirelessly for the fourth year in a row, restoring the system under constant shelling,”&nbsp;he stressed.Nataliya Boyko, Deputy Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board of NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine and Head of the Centre of Excellence in Government Relations (GR Centre), noted that the gas sector has stabilised despite the challenging circumstances: "We have met our planned production targets, but we have lost large volumes of our own gas due to targeted attacks. Therefore, a programme to increase imports was developed. A new agreement for the supply of US LNG has already been signed, and the government has allocated 8.4 billion UAH for the purchase of imported&nbsp;gas," she underlined.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_1_V0_A1034_93eb2909a4.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_1_V0_A1034_93eb2909a4_edf215291d.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_1_V0_A1034_93eb2909a4_edf215291d.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_1_V0_A1034_93eb2909a4_edf215291d.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_1_V0_A1034_93eb2909a4_edf215291d.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>In the view of Andriy Koboliev, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of NJSC Naftogaz of Ukraine in 2014–2021 and founder of the investment company Eney, Ukraine's energy security can also be strengthened by engaging foreign, particularly American, companies in hydrocarbon production.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_0_V0_A4691_ff71db079d.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_0_V0_A4691_ff71db079d_72269e7960.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_0_V0_A4691_ff71db079d_72269e7960.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_0_V0_A4691_ff71db079d_72269e7960.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_0_V0_A4691_ff71db079d_72269e7960.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>"Ukraine possesses reserves of shale gas and shale oil, yet without cutting-edge technologies and partnerships with private companies, we will not be able to develop them effectively. If we take the step now to open the market, grant licences to private operators and establish a truly investment-friendly environment, it could become a game-changer for the entire energy system," he remarked.Volodymyr Groysman, Ukraine’s Prime Minister in 2016–2019, stressed the need to prepare communities for any possible turn of events amid ongoing Russian strikes on energy and critical infrastructure facilities.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_0_V0_A4582_0d40c05a07.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_0_V0_A4582_0d40c05a07_ed30036351.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_0_V0_A4582_0d40c05a07_ed30036351.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_0_V0_A4582_0d40c05a07_ed30036351.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_0_V0_A4582_0d40c05a07_ed30036351.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>"Communities must have well-rehearsed, joint response plans for power cuts, gas outages, and water shortages — and plans that can be sustained over time. Every city and every region should have a clear action plan for such circumstances: how to support residents in high-rise buildings and private homes, how to keep essential infrastructure running, including transport services. People also need proper training so that everyone knows how to act in any situation. These are very down-to-earth issues, but they are crucial — and they must be properly worked through," he noted.European Union Ambassador to Ukraine Katarína Mathernová stressed: "We need meaningful incentives — both for households and for businesses — that genuinely encourage more responsible energy consumption. So far, not enough has been done in this area. Communities and local administrations have a crucial role to play here. It is equally important to promote and facilitate local energy generation and distribution. And, above all, communities must be fully prepared for unforeseen situations,”&nbsp;she underlined.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_0_V0_A4764_604c52d1b8.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_0_V0_A4764_604c52d1b8_2571108b2f.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_0_V0_A4764_604c52d1b8_2571108b2f.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_0_V0_A4764_604c52d1b8_2571108b2f.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_0_V0_A4764_604c52d1b8_2571108b2f.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>During the economic panel, participants addressed the state budget deficit, the ongoing negotiations, and consultations on a mechanism for transferring funds from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, as well as the performance of the banking sector and the situation of foreign businesses.Oleksandr Kava, Ukraine’s Deputy Minister of Finance, noted that negotiations are ongoing with Belgium, which holds the lion's share of the aggressor's frozen assets. He also pointed out that “the United States’ position on financial support for Ukraine has shifted, yet our European partners, as well as other G7 partners, remain upbeat and are doing their utmost to help us address these challenges.”<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_1_V0_A1647_33f74b96e1.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_1_V0_A1647_33f74b96e1_4e59219a88.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_1_V0_A1647_33f74b96e1_4e59219a88.jpeg 241w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_1_V0_A1647_33f74b96e1_4e59219a88.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_1_V0_A1647_33f74b96e1_4e59219a88.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>Anna Derevianko, Executive Director of the European Business Association, said that European and international companies operating in Ukraine are now confronted with several major challenges — the difficult energy situation, an acute shortage of skilled workers, a shrinking market, and a legislative and regulatory environment that is continually in flux.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_8_T5_A1785_9e3727d600.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_8_T5_A1785_9e3727d600_ee8edfd522.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_8_T5_A1785_9e3727d600_ee8edfd522.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_8_T5_A1785_9e3727d600_ee8edfd522.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_8_T5_A1785_9e3727d600_ee8edfd522.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>“The strongest incentive for investors is, of course, the end of the war. If the conflict continues, additional incentives are needed — access to financing, markets for selling products, and a predictable, stable business environment,” Anna Derevianko underlined.Andy Hunder, President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine, noted that one out of every two U.S. companies operating in Ukraine has been affected by Russian attacks. Despite this, these companies remain operational and continue to grow. "American business is staying the course and believes in Ukraine," he stressed.<img alt="large_1_V0_A1722_7d239178fc.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_1_V0_A1722_7d239178fc_22931e0353.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_1_V0_A1722_7d239178fc_22931e0353.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_1_V0_A1722_7d239178fc_22931e0353.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_1_V0_A1722_7d239178fc_22931e0353.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>Roman Vashchuk, Business Ombudsman in Ukraine, noted that a number of technical and regulatory obstacles that had been holding back business activity have eased. At the same time, he stressed that in wartime, the state should be more loyal to business, and entrepreneurs should be more loyal to the state. "We are seeing that the champions of ‘white’ business are themselves calling for tackling the shadow economy. Our role is to encourage dialogue and guide all players back into a proper legal framework,”&nbsp;Roman Vashchuk noted.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_8_T5_A1833_defcb5fac3.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_8_T5_A1833_defcb5fac3_47b15934e2.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_8_T5_A1833_defcb5fac3_47b15934e2.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_8_T5_A1833_defcb5fac3_47b15934e2.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_8_T5_A1833_defcb5fac3_47b15934e2.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>In his special address, Andriy Pyshnyi, the Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine, noted that energy resilience has become a new measure of sovereignty.“Energy resilience today is far more than a technical term. It is the condition for survival — not just for individual sectors or businesses, but for the entire country. When the enemy targets our thermal power plants, it is our resilience they are trying to break. The National Bank factors this reality into every decision we make. Tough months lie ahead, but our country stands on three pillars: people who do not surrender, systems that continue to function, and decisions that are made before the strike — not after it. Energy is not only about megawatts; it is about belief in life itself,” Andriy Pyshnyi said.Turning to the economic outlook, the NBU Governor noted that real GDP growth is expected to reach 1.9% in 2025 and around 2% in 2026. According to forecasts, inflation is projected at 6.6% in 2025 and around 5% by the end of 2027.<o:p></o:p><img alt="large_1_V0_A1634_a321705c2f.jpeg" src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_1_V0_A1634_a321705c2f_9d2b8f2be3.jpeg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_large_1_V0_A1634_a321705c2f_9d2b8f2be3.jpeg 234w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_large_1_V0_A1634_a321705c2f_9d2b8f2be3.jpeg 500w, https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_large_1_V0_A1634_a321705c2f_9d2b8f2be3.jpeg 750w" sizes="100vw" width="750"><o:p></o:p>Andriy Pyshnyi also highlighted the remarkable flexibility businesses have demonstrated in today’s conditions: “The situation is fundamentally different from 2022, thanks to the unique experience gained and the extraordinary adaptability of Ukrainian companies. According to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 80% of enterprises are prepared for outages — they have generators and alternative power sources in place. Businesses that struggled simply to survive in 2022 are now operating on schedule,” he emphasised.The Kyiv Security Forum, established by the Arseniy Yatsenyuk Foundation "Open Ukraine", is the leading platform for discussing issues of war and peace, as well as questions of national and global security.<o:p></o:p>

The extraordinary session on the situation in Ukraine's energy sector and economy, convened by the Kyiv Security Forum (KSF), brought together diplomats, experts, and officials to discuss the real threats Ukraine faces on the eve of winter and to identify ways to address them. The discussion during the energy panel focused on analysing scenarios for how the situation may unfold and developing concrete responses, particularly those involving the European Union and other international partners, aimed at strengthening and protecting Ukraine's energy security.

Confronting the Energy and Economic Threats Posed by Russian Aggression on the Eve of Winter: Extraordinary Session of the KSF

The Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum (KSF) and former Prime Minister of Ukraine (2014-2016), Arseniy Yatsenyuk, urged the German government to take decisive action and provide Ukraine with long-range Taurus missiles.<img src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/584919827_1421127859374705_4515581139577103571_n_cd1ab4da71.jpg" alt="584919827_1421127859374705_4515581139577103571_n.jpg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_584919827_1421127859374705_4515581139577103571_n_cd1ab4da71.jpg 146w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_584919827_1421127859374705_4515581139577103571_n_cd1ab4da71.jpg 466w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_584919827_1421127859374705_4515581139577103571_n_cd1ab4da71.jpg 699w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_584919827_1421127859374705_4515581139577103571_n_cd1ab4da71.jpg 932w," sizes="100vw" width="932px">This was stated during meetings with German officials and parliamentarians representing the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) at the Berlin Security Conference, one of the world's leading security forums.‘Putin wants to plunge Ukraine into darkness; he wants to freeze the country. We need decisive action from the German government to provide Taurus missiles, as Chancellor Merz promised during his election campaign,’ Yatsenyuk emphasised.Roderich Kiesewetter, a member of the Bundestag and a staunch supporter of Ukraine, stressed the need to increase the level of German aid to Ukraine. "More than 60% of Germans stand for continued support to Ukraine. However, Germany needs a stronger public diplomacy to explain the importance of assisting Ukraine," the German politician noted.He added that Germany should be more decisive in its strategic approach, in terms of recognising that Ukraine must prevail. "Throughout its history, Germany has learned that it should be “never war again”. But to never have war again, we should never be defenceless," Ukraine's friend and partner Roderich Kiesewetter said.Arseniy Yatsenyuk also met with Florian Hahn, Minister of State at the German Federal Foreign Office, representative of the CDU and friend of Ukraine. &nbsp;The minister also emphasised the need for comprehensive assistance to Ukraine. ‘We stand firmly on Ukraine’s side. Ukraine is always at the top of our agenda. Public support for Ukraine in Germany remains very strong,’ he stated.<img src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/560581226_1421263206027837_6545110027705646131_n_8a9dd4aada.jpg" alt="560581226_1421263206027837_6545110027705646131_n.jpg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_560581226_1421263206027837_6545110027705646131_n_8a9dd4aada.jpg 144w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_560581226_1421263206027837_6545110027705646131_n_8a9dd4aada.jpg 462w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_560581226_1421263206027837_6545110027705646131_n_8a9dd4aada.jpg 693w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/large_560581226_1421263206027837_6545110027705646131_n_8a9dd4aada.jpg 924w," sizes="100vw" width="924px">According to the German MP, it is not only military aid that is crucial: ‘Military assistance for Ukraine is of great importance. However, civilian support is also extremely needed, especially now, given the state of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.’Arseniy Yatsenyuk expressed his gratitude to the German allies for their support and solid commitment. He also underscored the need for a consistent approach. ‘Ukraine needs a sustainable and long-term support. This is exactly the message I will convey at the conference and during meetings with partners,’ he added.<img src="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/584927230_1421115026042655_5594031399659428930_n_490775f760.jpg" alt="584927230_1421115026042655_5594031399659428930_n.jpg" srcset="https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/thumbnail_584927230_1421115026042655_5594031399659428930_n_490775f760.jpg 156w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/small_584927230_1421115026042655_5594031399659428930_n_490775f760.jpg 500w,https://ksf-openukraine.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/medium_584927230_1421115026042655_5594031399659428930_n_490775f760.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px">Arseniy Yatsenyuk is visiting Berlin with the Kyiv Security Forum for a series of meetings with international partners and to participate in the Berlin Security Conference panel discussions.The Berlin Security Conference, which takes place on 18-19 November, is one of the largest European security and defence policy forums. The event has been held annually since 2001 and has brought together participants from both the EU and non-EU countries, as well as representatives of European institutions and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.

The Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum (KSF) and former Prime Minister of Ukraine (2014-2016), Arseniy Yatsenyuk, urged the German government to take decisive action and provide Ukraine with long-range Taurus missiles.

Yatsenyuk urged Germany to provide Taurus missiles: ‘Putin wants to plunge Ukraine into darkness’

<div class="raw-html-embed"></div>On December 5, 2025, the 11th Kyiv Security Forum for Youth will be held in Kyiv by the Arseniy Yatsenyuk's Open Ukraine Foundation.The topic of this year’s event is GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE.The Kyiv Security Forum for Youth is an annual platform for discussing the challenges and opportunities that young Ukrainians are facing in the context of the ongoing war.This year's event will highlight an important role of Ukrainian youth and their growing contribution to the country's defense, innovations, and recovery. The forum will bring together 150 young leaders from all over Ukraine.The event’s topic &nbsp;"Coding the Future" reflects the dual nature of Ukraine's defense— moral and technological. The current generation is not only fighting on the battlefield, but also writing a new code for the nation: one that combines artificial intelligence, cyber defense, and digital innovation with the enduring values of courage, honesty, self-sacrifice, and resilience.The servicemen and women, MilTech representatives, diplomats, prominent volunteers and public figures, experts on security and international relations are among this year's Forum speakers. The Forum will also feature practical workshops.The Forum participants will gain new knowledge, unique experience, and will become a &nbsp;part of the community of new-generation leaders. They will have the opportunity to compete for an internship at the Foundation during the preparations for the annual main Kyiv Security Forum, which traditionally takes place in April.The agenda will be published shortly on the website and social media platforms of the Foundation and the KSF.Open Ukraine is an international foundation established in July 2007 on the initiative of Arseniy Yatsenyuk. Its goal is to strengthen and develop Ukraine's authority in the world. Every year, the foundation organizes the Kyiv Security Forum, which has become a leading international discussion platform in Ukraine on issues of war and peace, as well as the Kyiv Security Forum for Youth for the new generation of Ukrainian leaders.

On December 5, 2025, the 11th Kyiv Security Forum for Youth will be held in Kyiv by the Arseniy Yatsenyuk's Open Ukraine Foundation. The topic of this year’s event is GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE.

The 11th Kyiv Security Forum for Youth will be held on December 5: GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE

The objectives of the so-called 28 point ‘peace plan’ were to delay sanctions against Russia and avoid confiscation of Russian sovereign assets. This was stated by the Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, Prime Minister of Ukraine in 2014-2016 Arseniy Yatsenyuk in an interview with the Ukrainian media ‘<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-nS9m4ZiZw&amp;t=3677s">Apostrophe</a>’.‘The first task was to postpone sanctions. However, there was also a second one – the confiscation of Russian sovereign assets [...] I believe that Russian national assets belong to Ukraine. Whether in the form of confiscation or reparations, in any case, it is our money,’ stated Arseniy Yatsenyuk.According to him, the announcement of the ‘plan’ has caused a positive reaction for Ukraine, ‘mobilising’ the EU and the US: ‘all cards are on the table’. He also added that the American people continue to support Ukraine. ‘Both the Republican and Democratic parties and their voters support Ukraine. The Americans will have midterm elections next year. And this has a direct impact on the mandate of each member of Congress,‘ Arseniy Yatsenyuk added.At the same time, he warned that Putin is not ready for negotiations and is ’trying to outplay the American administration. ‘Putin will never take any points into consideration; he is not ready to sit down at any negotiating table. As long as the Americans do not put pressure on India and China, which consume 85% of Russian oil, he will continue to receive sufficient income to carry on with the war,’ the former prime minister emphasised.

The objectives of the so-called 28 point ‘peace plan’ were to delay sanctions against Russia and avoid confiscation of Russian sovereign assets. This was stated by the Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, Prime Minister of Ukraine in 2014-2016 Arseniy Yatsenyuk in an interview with the Ukrainian media ‘Apostrophe’.

Yatsenyuk: Russia wanted to postpone the sanctions and to save its assets 

Putin is using negotiations with the American delegation in the Kremlin to buy time and avoid new sanctions. This was stated by the head of the Kyiv Security Forum, Prime Minister of Ukraine in 2014-2016, Arseniy Yatsenyuk, on British radio station Times Radio.According to Yatsenyuk, the negotiations are a ‘smokescreen’ and resemble a special KGB operation.‘It’s a sham talks [...] Putin is very cautious in praising President Trump, and he is trying to buy time and not to make President Trump more aggressive, not to push President Trump to impose new sanctions on Russia and to provide an additional security supplemental for Ukraine. So he's playing the hard ball, but this is a KGB style, so nothing new [...],’ Yatsenyuk stressed.The head of the KSF outlined Putin's three key goals, &nbsp;the first of which is an attempt to delay the introduction of new sanctions. ‘The second is that he wants to block the Europeans' idea of using Russian sovereign assets as collateral to provide a reparation loan. And the third is to imitate these talks and to drive a wedge between the United States and the European Union, and push NATO into the background,’ Arseniy Yatsenyuk stressed.At the same time, the former prime minister stressed that the decision on the use of Russian sovereign assets is critically important. ‘The most important issue right now is whether Europeans could manage to use Russian sovereign assets as collateral to provide a loan for Ukraine. After all, we are running out of funds,’ said the head of the KSF.He also added that the EU must fulfil its promise and ‘fight with all its might’ for such a decision. ‘There is no other way to survive the war. If you don't have money, you've already lost the war,’ the former prime minister stressed.

Putin is using negotiations with the American delegation in the Kremlin to buy time and avoid new sanctions. This was stated by the head of the Kyiv Security Forum, Prime Minister of Ukraine in 2014-2016, Arseniy Yatsenyuk, on British radio station Times Radio.

Yatsenyuk: Putin is using negotiations to drive a wedge between the US and the EU and remove NATO from the game

"After victory, Ukrainian youth must become the foundation of the Ukrainian state. Therefore, it is important to organize discussion and idea-exchange platforms," Arseniy Yatsenyuk, Prime Minister of Ukraine (2014-2016) and Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, said in his welcoming speech at the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum "GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE"."After victory, Ukrainian youth must become the foundation of the Ukrainian state. Therefore, it is important to organize discussion and idea-exchange platforms," Arseniy Yatsenyuk, Prime Minister of Ukraine (2014-2016) and Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, said in his welcoming speech at the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum "GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE"."First and foremost, Ukraine is its people. Ukraine is each and every one of you. We don't want you to wrap yourselves in 'bubbles' created by new technologies, such as social networks and messaging apps. We want you to connect with each other, share your visions and problems, and discuss ways to solve them. We want you to become the foundation of the country after victory," he stated.Yatsenyuk also noted that young people were the driving force behind all democratic protests and processes in Ukraine."We would not be able to meet here today if it weren't for young people like you who took to the streets not only on Maidan, but also during the Revolution on Granite, the 2004 Orange Revolution, and the 2013 Revolution of Dignity. We would not be here if it weren't for young people who went to the front lines to defend the country. But we have these young people. We have a strong nation. We have the code of the Ukrainian nation. We have the code of victory," the former Prime Minister emphasized. Addressing the forum participants, he said, "I know that each of you will succeed, just as our country will".Open Ukraine is an international foundation established by Arseniy Yatsenyuk in July 2007. Its goal is to strengthen and develop Ukraine's authority in the world. The foundation organizes the Kyiv Security Forum every year. This leading international discussion platform focuses on issues of war and peace. The foundation also organizes the Kyiv Youth Security Forum to develop a new generation of Ukrainian leaders.This year's event is supported by the NATO Representation in Ukraine and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation in partnership with the Tech Force in UA association.<o:p></o:p>

"After victory, Ukrainian youth must become the foundation of the Ukrainian state. Therefore, it is important to organize discussion and idea-exchange platforms," Arseniy Yatsenyuk, Prime Minister of Ukraine (2014-2016) and Chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, said in his welcoming speech at the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum "GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE".

"We don't want you to wrap yourselves in 'bubbles'. Youth is the foundation of the Ukrainian state," Arseniy Yatsenyuk in his address to the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum participants.

The security partnership between Ukraine and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization is strong and stable, growing stronger every day. The Acting Head of the NATO Representation in Ukraine Joseph Dobbs made this statement during the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum "GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE".Dobbs added that the NATO Secretary General has visited Ukraine twice this year and regularly communicates with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Recent meetings of foreign ministers confirmed that Ukraine will continue to receive support for as long as necessary.Joseph Dobbs recalled that at the NATO summit, it was made clear that Ukraine's security directly strengthens the security of the Euro-Atlantic region."At the summit in The Hague, it was clearly stated that your security contributes to our security. Our support will continue without restrictions — both to fight the enemy today and to deter him tomorrow," the Alliance representative added.He also noted the work of NATO's military structures, which coordinate the provision of assistance, train Ukrainian military personnel, and provide necessary equipment.The NATO representative confirmed that Ukraine will receive €1 billion to support key areas, including defense needs, technology development, assistance for military veterans, and hospital support."This is more than just practical financial support. It is also a strong political signal," emphasized Joseph Dobbs.He stressed that the NATO Representative Office in Kyiv is working on urgent tasks as well as medium- and long-term projects. The main areas are reforms, the transformation of public administration, and the development of defense capabilities and technologies. "We are working closely with the Cabinet of Ministers and other institutions implementing reforms. This includes human rights, which are fundamental to your future," Joseph Dobbs noted.He also emphasized the important contributions of the large community of NATO advisors and experts who work in defense, innovation, and military interoperability. "We support Ukrainian companies and their ability to grow. We acknowledge the exceptional level of innovation in your country," he said, encouraging Ukrainians to stay informed about NATO job opportunities, as the Alliance consistently seeks to hire specialists from Ukraine.Joseph Dobbs also emphasized that Ukraine is providing the world with valuable lessons, not just receiving assistance. "Of course, we can help you, but we also learn a lot from you. Your experience in innovation sets an example for the whole world,” he stressed.The NATO representative also mentioned the joint efforts in analysis, training, and learning from Russian aggression. He cited a recent initiative in which teams are working together to solve problems related to drones and defense systems as an example of this.Open Ukraine is an international foundation established by Arseniy Yatsenyuk in July 2007. Its goal is to strengthen and develop Ukraine's authority in the world. The foundation organizes the Kyiv Security Forum every year. This leading international discussion platform focuses on issues of war and peace. The foundation also organizes the Kyiv Youth Security Forum to develop a new generation of Ukrainian leaders.This year's event is supported by the NATO Representation in Ukraine and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation in partnership with the Tech Force in UA association.

The security partnership between Ukraine and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization is strong and stable, growing stronger every day. The Acting Head of the NATO Representation in Ukraine Joseph Dobbs made this statement during the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum "GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE".

"NATO stands firmly behind Ukraine," Acting Head of the NATO Representation in Ukraine

The rapid development of technology directly affects the course of military operations. In the future, this will lead to areas being dominated by robots rather than soldiers.Roman Kostenko, Secretary of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence and Member of the 9th Convocation of the Ukrainian Parliament, spoke about this during the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum "GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE".ЄTechnology is automating warfare. Humans will still play a key role, but in the future, there will be large gray zones, 20–30 km deep, where drones will fly and no living creatures will exist. Our task now is to ensure that we control these areas," he said.Roman Kostenko also drew attention to the rapid developments in this area that directly affect the changing situation on the front lines.Technology is very important. When we compare the war in 2022 with the war in 2024, we notice completely different approaches, principles, and consequences. Technology is advancing rapidly. When we talk about technology, we're not just using a buzzword. We're talking about tools like REBs, drones, and technology-based reconnaissance. These tools are saving the lives of civilians and soldiers on the battlefield while helping to preserve our infrastructure," the MP emphasized.Roman Kostenko assesses the current situation from both a military and a parliamentary perspective."In Parliament, we are eliminating the bureaucracy between technology manufacturers and military personnel who use the technology directly. Yesterday, two bills that I introduced were voted on to specifically improve this situation," he emphasized.Open Ukraine is an international foundation established by Arseniy Yatsenyuk in July 2007. Its goal is to strengthen and develop Ukraine's authority in the world. The foundation organizes the Kyiv Security Forum every year. This leading international discussion platform focuses on issues of war and peace. The foundation also organizes the Kyiv Youth Security Forum to develop a new generation of Ukrainian leaders.&nbsp;

The rapid development of technology directly affects the course of military operations. In the future, this will lead to areas being dominated by robots rather than soldiers.

Roman Kostenko: Technology is automating warfare

Ukraine's cooperation with DIANA (Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic) will allow Ukrainian companies to visit test centers and acceleration platforms in Alliance member countries.James Appathurai, Interim Managing Director of the NATO Defence Innovation Accelerator, announced this during the 11th Kyiv Youth Security Forum "GEN W²: CODING THE FUTURE"."This is the first time we have a mandate to cooperate with a non-NATO member partner. We have begun negotiating with the Ukrainian government. We expect to quickly reach an agreement on areas of cooperation between DIANA and the government," Appathurai said.Appathurai is confident that a quick agreement will be reached that "allows Ukrainian companies to work with DIANA and visit its testing centers and acceleration sites".He emphasized the importance of finding, enhancing, incorporating, and adapting new technologies on the battlefield so that Ukraine can become self-sufficient.The event is supported by the NATO Representation in Ukraine and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation in partnership with the Tech Force in UA association.Open Ukraine is an international foundation established by Arseniy Yatsenyuk in July 2007. Its goal is to strengthen and develop Ukraine's authority in the world. The foundation organizes the Kyiv Security Forum every year. This leading international discussion platform focuses on issues of war and peace. The foundation also organizes the Kyiv Youth Security Forum to develop a new generation of Ukrainian leaders.&nbsp;

"This is the first time we have a mandate to cooperate with a non-NATO member partner. We have begun negotiating with the Ukrainian government. We expect to quickly reach an agreement on areas of cooperation between DIANA and the government," Appathurai said.