We have no doubt that we can push Russia toward peace. But for that, we must continue to pressure Moscow with all available tools and step by step make its aggression meaningless.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy informed the Chancellor about the second meeting in Istanbul and its one meaningful result — the exchange of prisoners. The Head of State emphasized that the Ukrainian delegation had also insisted on an unconditional ceasefire, the return of children, and a meeting at the highest level. However, Russia once again showed its unwillingness to end the war.

The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has proven by the Operation “Spiderweb” that the war is inflicting tangible losses and damage on the aggressor as well. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated this during a meeting with SSU warriors who took part in the operation and thanked them for carrying it out.

On the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression and the Day of Remembrance for Children Killed as a Result of the Armed Aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska, together with the parents of deceased children and ambassadors of foreign states, honored the memory of young Ukrainians killed by Russia.

Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva held a meeting with a delegation from the European Union led by Benedikta von Seherr-Thoss, Managing Director for Peace, Security, and Defense at the European External Action Service (EEAS).

Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that it is essential for the IAEA to be present at the Zaporizhzhia NPP in full compliance with international law. The President also stressed that any potential attempt by Russia to restart the reactors at the plant is unacceptable.