The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky summarized the results of today’s meeting with European leaders.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky today, June 16, met in Kyiv at The President of France Emmanuel Macron, the Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz and the Prime Minister of Italy Mario Draghi. EU leaders visited Irpin, which was shot down by the occupiers, and saw with their own eyes what the “world of Russia” was capable of. In his speech, Zelensky spoke about the results of this meeting.
“Today is a truly historic day – Ukraine felt the support of four powerful European states simultaneously. And, especially, the support of our movement in the European Union. We include Italy, Romania, France and Germany. All four leaders are Mr. Draghi, and Mr. Iohannis, and Mr. Macron, Mr. Scholz support the candidacy for Ukraine, “said Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The head of state also noted that it was important for him to hear from the leaders that the end of war and peace for Ukraine should be exactly how Ukraine sees them, as people see them.
“I am grateful to Italy for its principled political support, for macro-financial and defense assistance. Today, we have the best relations in history, and I am sure we can do much more for our citizens. I am grateful. in Romania for defense assistance, for assistance in the movement of our goods, in particular grain. We have agreed to increase export capacity through the territory of Romania, “Zelensky said.
He also noted that France had promised to provide additional Caesar artillery mounts.
“This is very important for our defense. Also today, President Macron has honestly said that European support for Ukraine should feel like we are together defending the same values, defending Europe. Germany has confirmed the provision of air defense equipment for our state and additional support ”, said the guarantor.
He also noted that during the visit of the heads of state in Kyiv, the sirens of the air raid sounded. Zelensky sees some symbolism here:
“Russia created such a background for everyone to hear these sirens, to create a tense atmosphere. But no one was scared, and it just inspired us to be as specific as possible and negotiate for for the sake of our interests, for the sake of all. Ukrainians and for the sake of all in Europe, “said the president.
Heads of state also spoke about preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia, about overcoming the food crisis provoked by Russia.
“The resumption of exports of Ukrainian agricultural products is important for dozens of countries. And there is only one reason why the food crisis became possible: Russia is to blame, and nothing else. Recognizes “This of all the leaders. They talked about the restoration of Ukraine after the war – very specific vision partners for it,” said the president.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Chancellor Scholz for inviting him to the meeting of G7 leaders. And he mentioned that he had a positive impression at the meeting.
“All leaders understand why negotiations are not taking place now after the war. Exclusively because of Russia’s position, which is just trying to intimidate everyone in Europe and continue the destruction of our state. It is an aggressor, he should “first of all decide for himself that the war must end. We will continue to fight until we guarantee our state of complete security and territorial integrity,” the president said.
On June 16, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi arrived in Ukraine. European leaders visited Irpin, after which they met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Emmanuel Macron promised not to force Ukraine into peace talks with Russia. They said that the Ukrainian authorities should personally determine the conditions for a dialogue with the Kremlin.
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Source: korrespondent
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