The European Parliament holds an extraordinary plenary session to mark 1,000 days since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, underscoring its steadfast support for the country. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses MEPs, following a statement by EP President Roberta Metsola. Political group leaders also participate, highlighting the Parliament’s commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and democracy.

Since the invasion began in February 2022, the EU has strongly condemned Russian aggression, implemented robust sanctions, and provided extensive humanitarian, military, and financial aid. Parliament remains a key advocate for Ukraine’s EU membership and calls for the use of frozen Russian assets to compensate for the destruction caused by the war.  

The Parliament has adopted more than 40 resolutions since 2021, emphasizing its ongoing support for Ukraine, including temporary trade liberalization, sanctions enforcement, and preparations for EU accession talks. This extraordinary session reinforces the EU’s solidarity with Ukraine and its dedication to achieving a just and lasting peace.

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METSOLA, Roberta (EPP, MT, EP President)

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ZELENSKYY, Volodymyr (UA)

Extraordinary Plenary Sitting - 1000 days of Russia´s invasion of Ukraine

1000 days of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. European, Ukrainian flags at the EP buildings in Brussels and Strasbourg to show support to Ukraine

1000 days of Russia's invasion of Ukraine - European Parliament buildings lit up in the colors of the Ukrainian flag to mark the 1000 days of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine

1000 days of Russia's invasion of Ukraine - European, Ukrainian flags at the EP buildings in Brussels and Strasbourg to show support to Ukraine

To mark 1000 days of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the European Parliament holds an extroardinary plenary session in Brussels. The video clip showcases images of Ukraine and looks back at the EP's full support.

1000 days of Russia´s invasion of Ukraine - Extraordinary Plenary Sitting : Video-Clip: 1000 Days of War in Ukraine

One round of political group leaders during the extraordinary session to mark 1000 days of the bravery and courage of the people of Ukraine. The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is intervening remotely with a special address from Ukraine. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

1000 days of Russia´s invasion of Ukraine - Extraordinary Plenary Sitting : One round of political group leaders

This news item contains extracts from the speeches of Roberta METSOLA, EP President, Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine as well as EP political group speakers. The Members of the European Parliament gather in Brussels in an extraordinary session to mark 1000 days of the bravery and courage of the people of Ukraine. The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is intervening remotely with a special address from Ukraine. In its last resolution in July, the EP has reaffirmed that the EU must continue to support Kyiv for as long as it takes until victory. The text restates the continued support of MEPs for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders.

1000 days of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine: extracts from the EP extraordinary plenary session

This infoclip shows views of the city of Lviv (Ukraine) and the Unbroken National Rehabilitation Center, which provides a variety of services including treatment, prosthetics, physical and psychological rehabilitation, housing and reintegration after the Russian aggression to Ukraine.This footage also shows buildings destroyed by shelling and shrapnel, works in progress to rebuild neighbors, Ukrainian citizens walking the streets and the statement of a former soldier who lost his hand. This infoclip marks 1000 days of the bravery and courage of the people of Ukraine.

Infoclip: Rebuilding homes and rehabilitation of injured soldiers in Lviv (Ukraine)

This Infoclip marks 1000 days of the bravery and courage of the people of Ukraine. Due to Russia's attack, Ukraine has been experiencing a major energy production deficit. Over the course of 2022 and 2023, about half of Ukraine’s power generation capacity was either occupied by Russian forces, destroyed or damaged – and approximately half of large network substations were damaged by missiles and drones. The energy crisis, that was bearable in the summer months, may become unbearable when temperatures start to fall and supplies of heat and water falter, triggering further displacement of affected populations across the country and abroad (Source: IEA)

Infoclip: Energy infrastructure under attack in Kyiv, Ukraine

This Infoclip shows rescue services after Russia's air strike in Kharkiv.

Infoclip: Rescue services after Russia's air strike in Kharkiv, Ukraine

Closing remarks by Roberta METSOLA, EP President of the extraordinary session to mark 1000 days of the bravery and courage of the people of Ukraine. The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is intervening remotely with a special address from Ukraine.

1000 days of Russia´s invasion of Ukraine - Extraordinary Plenary Sitting : Closing remarks by Roberta METSOLA, EP President

Statement by Roberta METSOLA, EP President opening an extraordinary session to mark 1000 days of the bravery and courage of the people of Ukraine. The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is intervening remotely with a special address from Ukraine.

1000 days of Russia´s invasion of Ukraine - Extraordinary Plenary Sitting : Statement by Roberta METSOLA, EP President

Address by Volodymyr ZELENSKYY, President of Ukraine to the EP during the extraordinary session to mark 1000 days of the bravery and courage of the people of Ukraine. The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is intervening remotely with a special address from Ukraine.

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