Spain reaffirms support for Ukraine as defence minister visits Kyiv

Spain’s Defence Minister Margarita Robles has arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm Madrid’s commitment to supporting Ukraine across humanitarian, security, and defence sectors.

According to Spain’s Ministry of Defence, the visit includes a series of official meetings with Ukrainian counterparts aimed at reviewing bilateral cooperation and reinforcing support for just and lasting peace in line with international law, Caliber.Az reports. 

🇺🇦 🇪🇸 Arranca la 1ª jornada de trabajo de la ministra en Kyiv, con una ofrenda floral en homenaje a los defensores de Ucrania.

El Muro de la Memoria, en la Plaza Myjáilivska, ha sido el escenario de este tributo a quienes dieron la vida por su país.

España siempre con Ucrania. pic.twitter.com/ZwAtih4Od5

— Ministerio Defensa (@Defensagob) April 22, 2026

During her trip, Robles is also expected to participate in a ceremony honouring fallen Ukrainian soldiers, paying tribute to their “resilience, professionalism, and dedication” in defending the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The ministry stated that Robles began her visit by laying flowers at the Wall of Remembrance in Kyiv’s Mykhailivska Square, a site dedicated to Ukrainian soldiers who have been killed since the start of the conflict.

Robles also held talks with Major General Valerii Vavryniuk, discussing equipment deliveries, personnel training, and broader humanitarian assistance. She reiterated Spain’s continued support in strengthening Ukraine’s defence capabilities.

“Drones play a key role in the war in Ukraine,” the ministry noted, adding that border forces had reportedly shot down around 4,000 unmanned aerial vehicles this year.

The minister reaffirmed Spain’s assistance in providing equipment, training, and humanitarian support.

🇺🇦 🇪🇸 Los drones son claves en la guerra de Ucrania. Solo este año, la Guardia de Fronteras ha derribado 4.000.

Robles ha reiterado al Jefe del Servicio Estatal de Fronteras, Valeriy Vavrynyuk, el apoyo de España con envío de material, adiestramiento y cooperación humanitaria. pic.twitter.com/VbPNGqkjdx

— Ministerio Defensa (@Defensagob) April 22, 2026

During the visit, Robles is also set to be awarded the Order of Princess Olga, Third Class, in recognition of Spain’s support for Ukraine.

By Sabina Mammadli