Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Brussels for a crucial meeting with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The discussions are set against a backdrop of European leaders advocating for Zelensky's increased role in peace talks and opposing Russia's veto on Ukraine's EU and NATO membership. A phone call with several European leaders, including Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, is also scheduled to align strategies ahead of Zelensky's visit to Washington.
Zelensky and von der Leyen Meet in Brussels Amidst European Diplomatic Efforts
Zelensky and von der Leyen Meet in Brussels
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has landed in Brussels. He is set to meet with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.
Shortly after 2 PM today, Volodymyr Zelensky was welcomed to the European Commission.
On Monday, Zelensky will fly to Washington to meet Donald Trump, accompanied by several European leaders.
Zelensky has now arrived in Brussels. He will have a meeting with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, followed by a joint press conference.
During the day, a phone call will also take place with Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, France's President Emmanuel Macron, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Finland's President Alexander Stubb. They will discuss their stance ahead of Monday's meeting.
On Saturday, several European leaders demanded that Zelensky play a larger role in future talks, stating that peace cannot be achieved without him.
They also oppose granting Russia veto power over Ukraine's EU and NATO membership and announced their readiness to extend sanctions against Russia. The leaders also welcome the proposed summit between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky.