Current events

During the meeting, they discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, funding domestic arms production, including increased investment in drone manufacturing, and continued support.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented certificates granting apartments to Heroes of Ukraine and to the families of warriors who were posthumously awarded this title.

Today’s Russian attack on Ukraine is Vladimir Putin’s response to the world’s calls to stop the war, which is why it is crucial to increase pressure on Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated this during a coordination online meeting attended by President of Poland Karol Nawrocki, President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda, President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs, President of Estonia Alar Karis, and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen.

America is ready to stand with Europe – they underlined it – in providing security guarantees, so Europe must not miss this opportunity – it should define real foundations for joint action.

The President and the Secretary-General discussed the steps needed to stop the killing of people. The Head of State stressed that Ukraine is ready for a meeting at the level of leaders, as only in such a format can all the most critical issues be addressed. However, Russia continues to present new conditions and to pursue its aggression instead.

The leaders exchanged views on the current situation and the next diplomatic steps. Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that Ukraine is ready to engage in the format of leaders, as this is the only effective format. Unfortunately, it is Russia that avoids this and continues its war.

The President of the European Commission spoke about the preparation of the European Union’s 19th package of sanctions and coordination with other partners.

The parties discussed diplomatic efforts, the return of children abducted by Russia, the importance of stepping up sanctions pressure on the Russian Federation, and the specific role Congress can play in these efforts.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Chief of the UK Defense Staff, Admiral Sir Antony Radakin, who is leaving his post, and his successor, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton.