President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas met in Kyiv to discuss various critical issues related to the ongoing conflict with Russia. The meeting focused on energy security, the 19th package of EU sanctions against Russia, and the progress made in dealing with frozen Russian assets. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of resolving the issue of frozen assets, which could have significant financial implications for Ukraine.
Kallas reiterated the EU’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The discussions also included potential pathways for the frozen assets to be used to fund Ukraine’s defense and recovery efforts. The EU has been a key player in implementing sanctions against Russia, and the 19th package is expected to further tighten these measures. This meeting represents a strategic effort to align Ukraine’s financial needs with the EU’s broader sanctions policy.