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The leaders paid special attention to strengthening bilateral cooperation between Ukraine and Northern Europe, as well as joint efforts to bring closer a just and lasting peace.

On the Day of Remembrance of the Heroes of Kruty, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy paid tribute to those who held back the Bolshevik advance on Kyiv on January 29, 1918.

The President and the Prime Minister discussed bilateral matters and future contacts with partners, primarily with U.S. President Donald Trump.

During the meeting, the leaders discussed opportunities to further strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities with France’s support, which would bolster Ukraine’s position in achieving a just and lasting peace. Special attention was given to security cooperation, particularly possible formats for security guarantees for Ukraine and Europe as a whole.

The commemoration ceremony took place at the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in the Polish city of Oświęcim. It was attended by the heads and representatives of nearly 60 states and international organizations.

The two leaders discussed potential funding sources for Ukraine’s domestic weapons production, which is both fast and cost-effective, including the use of frozen Russian assets.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Szymon Hołownia highlighted the importance of the summit of the speakers of the parliaments of Ukraine, Poland, and the Baltic states, launched in June last year. The summit focuses on supporting the Ukrainian state and strengthening security in Europe.

The Head of State placed a votive candle at the Menorah memorial sign on the territory of the Babyn Yar National Historical and Memorial Reserve.

Ukraine cannot be excluded from any negotiating platform. This was stated by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his meeting with the media. 

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Moldova Maia Sandu, who came to Ukraine on a visit.