Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak held an online conversation with national security advisers to G7 leaders, during which they discussed support for international efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
The conversation was attended by: National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister of Canada Nathalie Drouin, Diplomatic Advisor to the President of France Emmanuel Bonne, Foreign Policy and Security Adviser to the Federal Chancellor of Germany Jens Plötner, Head of the Cabinet of the President of the European Council Pedro Lourtie, Head of the Cabinet of the President of the European Commission Björn Seibert, Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the Council of Ministers of Italy Fabrizio Saggio, Secretary General of Japan's National Security Secretariat and National Security Advisor to the Cabinet Okano Masataka, National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Jonathan Powell, and Deputy National Security Advisor of the United States Alex Wong.
Andriy Yermak briefed the partners on the results of the international consultations held in Jeddah, emphasizing the extremely positive dynamics brought by the Ukrainian-American meeting.
“Both sides demonstrated a constructive approach to finding ways to achieve peace. We greatly appreciate the efforts of the United States and President Trump personally,” he stressed.
The Head of the Presidential Office also spoke about the telephone conversation between the President of Ukraine and the President of the United States.
The parties had a separate discussion on security guarantees for Ukraine. Andriy Yermak emphasized that neutral status is not an option, and that Ukraine's accession to collective security systems and the development of effective Armed Forces are critical. He noted that Ukraine's accelerated accession to the EU is not only a strategic goal, but also a necessity for strengthening European and global security.
The participants also addressed compensation mechanisms and Russia's responsibility for the destruction and losses inflicted on Ukraine.
“Russia must be held accountable for every destroyed life, every ruined house. Above all, we want peace. However, our “red lines” remain unchanged. We do not trade away our territories or sovereignty,” the Head of the Presidential Office stated.
The advisors to G7 leaders reaffirmed their continued support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and expressed their readiness to continue facilitating the implementation of Ukrainian initiatives aimed at achieving a just peace.