Current events

The Presidents discussed a range of important and urgent issues. Ukraine is counting on results regarding the matters raised: protecting lives of Ukrainians, a full and unconditional ceasefire, a reliable and lasting peace that will safeguard against a repeat of the war.

In the Vatican, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska attended a funeral Mass honoring the memory of Pope Francis.

This attack claimed the lives of 12 people. The memory of Ukrainians killed by Russia was also honored by Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak, Minister of State for European Affairs of Ireland Thomas Byrne, Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Sigitas Mitkus, 65 ambassadors of foreign states and international organizations, representatives of the Office of the President, and Government officials.

Ukraine cannot accept any agreements that contradict our values and Constitution. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated this during a conversation with media representatives in the Republic of South Africa.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Cyril Ramaphosa discussed the importance of uniting all global efforts and ensuring pressure on Russia in the interest of peace. Special attention was given to potential opportunities within the G20, which South Africa is chairing this year.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the urgent need to intensify global diplomatic efforts and pressure to ensure the immediate and unconditional cessation of these attacks.

The Head of State emphasized that Ukraine has supported the U.S. proposal for a full and unconditional ceasefire. This implies that neither side should impose any conditions.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Jonas Gahr Støre focused on upcoming engagements with partners and coordinated their joint positions. It is essential to maintain pressure on Russia for the sake of peace, and Norway supports this approach.

The President extended Easter greetings to representatives of Christian denominations and congratulated the Jewish community on Passover. He thanked the clergy for their prayers and for supporting Ukrainian warriors and all people throughout the war.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer.