After the government announced the start of negotiations with Russia, Zelensky stated that the European Union would send weapons to the country.
The President of Ukraine said he had spoken with leaders from Italy, France, and the European Commission, who promised military support and sanctions against Russia.
247 - In a series of tweets on Saturday morning (26), the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, said he had conversations with European leaders who pledged to help the country in the war against Russia. He said this is the "crucial moment" for Ukraine to be admitted to the European Union and denied that the country will surrender.
The statements come after Zelensky confirmed that...He is willing to negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin..
"Ukraine is fighting the invader with weapons in hand, defending its freedom and its European future. Discussing with Ursula von der Leyen [President of the European Commission] effective assistance for our country in this heroic struggle. I believe the European Union will choose Ukraine," he wrote.
Zelensky said he spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron: "A new day on the diplomatic front line began with a conversation with Emmanuel Macron. Weapons and equipment from our partners are on their way to Ukraine. The anti-war coalition is working!"
The Ukrainian leader also spoke with the Italian Prime Minister, Mario Draghi: "This is the beginning of a new page in the history of our states. Mario Draghi, in a telephone conversation, supported Russia's disconnection from SWIFT and the provision of defense assistance. Ukraine should be part of the European Union."
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