President Zelenskyy: European leaders to hear our call for stronger positions

“Last night, I spoke with President Biden. Many issues were covered. I am grateful for the new support package,” said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a traditional address to the Ukrainian nation on October 17.

I wish you health, fellow Ukrainians!

Now, we are on our way to Brussels. There will be a special meeting of the European Council. At the level of leaders. I will present the Victory Plan – our tool for compelling Russia to seek peace. All European leaders will hear how our positions must be strengthened. We must end this war fairly.

I am thankful to Charles Michel, President of the European Council, for inviting Ukraine to participate. We will also have meetings in the European Parliament – with President Roberta Metsola and with leaders of the European Parliament’s political groups. There will be a meeting with Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General. And we are also preparing a NATO-Ukraine Council meeting at the level of defense ministers. Our top priority is securing more protection for Ukraine now, ahead of winter.

Full text of the address: Office of the President of Ukraine