At the first EU-Gulf Council Summit, they supported the preservation of the territorial integrity of Ukraine.

Participants in the first European Union-Gulf Cooperation Council Summit expressed their support for Ukraine, advocating for its sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity within recognized international borders, including territorial waters.

This statement was welcomed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. Summit participants condemned Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure, calling for humanitarian assistance and support for its energy infrastructure, including the provision of equipment and support for IAEA activities to ensure the safety of nuclear power plants.

The joint statement noted that Gulf Council countries are making efforts to resolve humanitarian issues such as the return of prisoners of war and family reunification. It also emphasizes the importance of grain, food and humanitarian exports to ensure food security in vulnerable countries.

Taking part in the summit, the countries spoke out for support for Ukrainian territory and called for international efforts to resolve the conflict. They also expressed their readiness to help Ukraine with humanitarian aid and material resources to ensure its security and stability. An important point in the statement was the need to pay attention to ensuring food security in vulnerable countries.

According to Reuters on October 10, 2024, Gulf countries are calling on the United States to take measures to prevent possible conflicts and attacks on oil facilities in the region. These actions are aimed at ensuring security and stability in the Gulf region. It is also important to maintain the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine, the summit participants believe.