In a significant show of support, EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, president of the European Council, arrived in Kyiv on Monday to attend a pivotal summit marking three years of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
The summit aims to strengthen Ukraine's strategic position and explore new security guarantee formats. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that leaders from 13 countries are expected to attend the summit in Kyiv in person, with an additional 24 leaders joining the discussions online, as reported by European Pravda.
This gathering underscores the EU's commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and stability in the region. The leaders will engage in comprehensive discussions focusing on Ukraine's future strategy and the mechanisms needed to ensure long-term security and peace.
The presence of high-ranking EU officials highlights the international community's dedication to addressing the challenges posed by the conflict and working towards a sustainable resolution.
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EU leaders arrive in Kyiv to mark 3 years of ongoing conflict
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