The United States on Thursday dismissed suggestions that American diplomatic personnel had evacuated Ukraine's capital, reaffirming that U.S. diplomats remain stationed in Kyiv despite ongoing tensions with Russia.

The denial came in response to comments from the European Union's top diplomat suggesting that Washington had pulled its diplomatic staff from the Ukrainian capital. U.S. officials reiterated their continued diplomatic presence in Ukraine as Russia has maintained threatening rhetoric toward the country.

Separately, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy traveled to Sweden on Thursday for what sources described as an announcement related to Gripen fighter jets. The visit comes as Ukraine continues to seek additional military support from Western allies.

The diplomatic exchanges highlight the ongoing international focus on Ukraine amid persistent regional security concerns. The U.S. has maintained its embassy operations in Kyiv while providing various forms of support to Ukraine.

Zelenskyy's Sweden visit represents part of his continued diplomatic efforts to secure military assistance, particularly advanced aircraft capabilities, from European partners.