President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia Tanja Fajon.
“You began your visit in the regions of Ukraine, not directly in the capital. Thank you. I believe such support is very important, and we greatly appreciate it – especially when it concerns regions where life during wartime remains difficult and full of challenges. Thank you for your support and for all the projects that Slovenia has backed and participated in, especially humanitarian ones. And of course, we are grateful for your military support,” said the Head of State.
During the meeting, the parties discussed the PURL initiative. The President thanked Slovenia for joining it, noting that this step also sends an important signal for other countries to participate in the initiative. According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, most of the contributions are directed toward strengthening air defense, which is crucial.
“I am glad that we were able to provide this military support. It was an important step that we took – as well as in the field of humanitarian assistance. And we will do everything possible, as far as our capabilities allow,” emphasized Tanja Fajon.
The sides also discussed the SAFE mechanism. The President noted that Ukraine is interested in practical cooperation and participation in joint defense projects.
The discussion also covered joint diplomatic efforts to achieve a genuine peace. The Head of State stressed that the Russians are not seeking a ceasefire and do not want peace, so pressure must continue – through sanctions, including secondary ones, against the oil sector and other industries that help Russia finance its war machine, as well as by directing frozen Russian assets toward Ukraine’s defense.
Special attention was given to the work of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children Abducted by Russia and to joint efforts in this area.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Tanja Fajon also discussed Ukraine’s path to EU membership and the importance of opening negotiating clusters.