Zelenskiy told reporters that Wednesday's talks in Brussels, and a discussion with the European Union's 27 national leaders the following day, were "a very good opportunity to speak about security guarantees for Ukraine for today and for tomorrow". Posting later on X, Zelenskiy said he and Rutte had an "important and very substantive meeting" focusing on "strengthening air defense for Ukraine and ensuring the reliability of the peace we are collectively working to achieve". Wednesday's talks took place with Ukraine on the defensive on the battlefield and uncertainty hanging over future U.S. support, as President-elect Donald Trump pushes for a quick end to the war and has called for an immediate ceasefire.
Author: Andrew Gray, Lili Bayer
Published at: 2024-12-18 23:38:00
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