BRUSSELS, Belgium — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on European Union leaders to increase arms supplies to Ukraine and to sustain pressure on Russia. This appeal comes as officials from Kyiv and Moscow prepare for upcoming talks with the United States.
The European Union is striving to influence the direction of these negotiations as discussions are set to take place amid heightened tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
President Zelensky’s request underscores the continuing urgency Ukraine feels as it faces ongoing challenges on its eastern border.
While the specific details of the agenda for the talks have not been disclosed, the focus is likely to include security guarantees, troop movements, and the broader geopolitical implications of the conflict.
Zelensky’s call to the EU for increased military support aligns with Ukraine’s broader strategy to strengthen security ties with Western allies.
Ukraine has been actively seeking military and economic assistance to bolster its position in the face of Russian aggression.