Fellow Ukrainians!
A brief summary of the day. We are preparing thoroughly for our upcoming conversation with President Trump. I held a meeting today with the military, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Energy, the CEO of Naftogaz, and the Office team – every aspect of the conversation must be worked out to truly strengthen Ukraine. President Trump and I have already discussed certain matters – there are outlines of decisions that could help – on Patriots, on Tomahawks, which is very important, and some other types of weapons. It is important to discuss sensitive issues in person – not everything can be said over the phone. We have a clear vision of how the steps of America, Europe, our other partners, and our own steps here in Ukraine can bring the end of the war closer. The leadership of America – the leadership of President Trump – is crucial. We are also planning meetings with representatives of American defense and energy companies. Of course, our key objective is air defense, the resilience of our cities and communities, and forcing Russia into peace. There is now a very strong momentum for peace in the world – following the agreements reached for the Middle East. This is a global issue, and much has been done personally by the President of the United States and his team. Various other leaders were also involved, they helped a lot. And now the Middle East has a real chance to live without war. It shows that Russia, too, can indeed be pressured into ending its aggression. In fact, it is Russia that now remains the main source of global instability – the global source of war. That source must be shut off. We know how.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha also delivered a separate report today on the tasks to be carried out in the European direction. The diplomats of the Office also briefed on our defense agreements with one of the countries. We are preparing significant news for next week – with one of our partners in Europe.
I had a very substantive conversation this morning with the President of Finland. I am grateful that Finland and Mr. President personally always strongly support us. We discussed communication with the United States and coordinated our positions – this always helps. We also talked about our joint opportunities here in Europe to swiftly bolster our air defense.
Head of the Security Service of Ukraine Vasyl Maliuk reported today. I thank the Service for its strong work in defending Ukraine and countering Russian agent networks. We also discussed the situation in frontline communities and in the south of our country, particularly in Odesa. Odesa deserves greater protection and greater support. This can be done in the format of a military administration – too many security issues in Odesa have remained without an adequate response for far too long. All effective decisions will be made. I will appoint the head of the military administration shortly.
Thank you to everyone who stands with Ukraine. Thank you to everyone who defends our state and gives strength to our people.
Glory to Ukraine!