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“The EU is ready to strengthen the partnership.” The head of the European Commission discussed security and energy with Zelensky

It was about the development of the security situation near the borders of Ukraine, as well as the challenges for European energy security, Zelensky drew attention to the threats to Ukraine and all of Europe that the possible launch of the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline would create, the press release said.

Zelensky also thanked von der Leyen for the consistent support of Ukraine and a clear position on the need for tougher sanctions the European Union in relation to the Russian Federation. “The leaders agreed on the need to continue joint coordinated efforts to prevent the escalation of the conflict,” the statement said.

The President of Ukraine thanked the President of the European Commission for the financial support provided by the European Union. The politicians discussed the expansion of further financial assistance to Ukraine.

In turn, von der Leyen stated on Twitter, which, during a conversation with Zelensky, confirmed the readiness of Brussels to support Kiev financially.

“I spoke with President Zelensky. The EU is firmly on the side of Ukraine. We discussed the current security situation. The EU stands ready to provide further financial assistance to Ukraine and strengthen the energy partnership,” she wrote.


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