Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva met with Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Julius Pranevičius.

The states of the Three Seas Initiative need more security cooperation in light of the Russian threat. This was stated by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his online participation in the plenary session of the 10th Three Seas Summit.

Sadly, Russia is still close – and we don’t see any real changes in their behavior. We need to stand together not just politically, but in a purely practical sense to defend against real challenges.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that Ukrainian specialists could join the recovery efforts and offered such assistance. Over the years of war and Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, the country has gained significant experience in countering all types of energy challenges, including blackouts.

The ceasefire should not be just for a few days, only to return to killing afterward. It must be immediate, full, and unconditional – for at least 30 days to ensure it is secure and guaranteed. This is the foundation that could lead to real diplomacy.

The Russians talk a lot about their alleged readiness to accept American proposals, but so far, there have been no signs of the Russian army preparing for real silence. On the contrary, since Easter, the occupier has resumed its usual assault activity – of course, at the cost of significant losses, the Russians are trying to advance.

Ukraine counts on the Holy See to continue playing an important role in uniting international efforts to achieve peace, facilitate the return of Ukrainian children illegally displaced and deported by Russia, and secure the release of prisoners.