Dutch parliament to assess four years of war in Ukraine and Europe's security future
As Ukraine marks four years of war, the Dutch House of Representatives will debate the conflict's impact on Europe and the Netherlands. Citizens can follow live as ministers and MPs discuss military support, security risks, and the future of international aid.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Debate | March 24, 2026 |
| Time of Debate | 4:45 PM (CET) |
| Attending Ministers | Rob Jetten (PM), Tom Berendsen (Foreign Affairs), Dilan Yesilgöz (Defence) |
| Key Document | 'State of the war in Europe' letter |
| Ukrainian President Visits | Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the House four times, last on December 16, 2025 |
| Live Stream | Debat Direct |
| Post-Debate Summary | Available in 'Debat in het kort' |
The Dutch House of Representatives plays a critical role in shaping the Netherlands' foreign policy and defense strategy. This debate allows MPs to scrutinize the government's support for Ukraine and assess the broader implications for national and European security.
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Debate on four years of war in Ukraine
The House of Representatives will debate on Tuesday, March 24, the situation in Ukraine, four years after Russia's invasion. Members of Parliament will reflect on the latest developments in the war and its implications for security in Europe and the Netherlands. You can follow the debate live from 4:45 PM via Debat Direct.
For this debate, Prime Minister Rob Jetten, Minister of Foreign Affairs Tom Berendsen, and Minister of Defence Dilan Yesilgöz will attend the House.
State of the war in Europe
Prior to the debate, Ministers Berendsen, Yesilgöz, and Sjoerd Sjoerdsma of Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation sent the House the letter 'State of the war in Europe'. In it, they write: "Four years after Russia's large-scale invasion, Ukraine continues to courageously fight for freedom and sovereignty, partly thanks to the support of international partners such as the Netherlands." The letter provides an overview of the Netherlands' contributions to Ukraine.
Visits by President Zelensky
Since the start of the war, there have been several debates on the topic, both in plenary sessions and committee meetings. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has also addressed the House four times, most recently on December 16, 2025. During his visits, he expressed his gratitude for the Dutch support.
Follow live, read more, and watch again
- Follow the debate live from 4:45 PM via External link: Debat Direct. You can also watch it again later via this link.
- View the associated documents.
- After the meeting, read a summary of the debate in 'Debat in het kort'.