At Bellevue Palace, the residence of the Federal President of Germany, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a one-on-one meeting with Frank-Walter Steinmeier, followed by an expanded meeting.
The Head of State thanked Germany for the support it has provided to Ukraine and Ukrainians since the very beginning of Russia’s full-scale aggression, as well as for Germany’s leadership in protecting thousands of lives through the strengthening of Ukraine’s air defense.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke about coordination with partners in the United States and Europe to bring about a dignified and guaranteed peace and noted the personal efforts of Federal Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz.
The presidents discussed work on a framework document to end the war and the substance of its individual provisions. The parties share the same position: it is essential to ensure Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the protection of its national interests.
Particular attention was given to security guarantees that must prevent any manifestations of Russian aggression in the future. The Head of State outlined the key components of these guarantees and emphasized the importance of their provision by the United States and European countries.
