Tusk met with Zelensky. “I'm here to guarantee it for you.”
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During the EU summit in Brussels, Prime Minister Donald Tusk met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and assured that the European Union does not intend to weaken the sanctions imposed on Russia, emphasizing that the financing of the Russian war machine cannot be allowed.
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Why It Matters
The meeting took place during the European Union summit in Brussels, where leaders discussed further steps towards the war in Ukraine and sanctions against Russia.
During Thursday's meeting on the sidelines of the European Union summit in Brussels, Prime Minister Donald Tusk expressed a strong position on the sanctions imposed on Russia. In a conversation with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, the Prime Minister assured that Europe does not intend to give up on this issue.
There is absolutely no reason for the European Union to weaken sanctions against Russia. I am here to guarantee this to you, Tusk said, speaking directly to the Ukrainian leader.
The Prime Minister emphasized that financing of the "Russian war machine" and any actions that could weaken the pressure on the Kremlin cannot be allowed.
These are decisions that depend not only on me, on Poland, but on the European Union. In my talks here, it is absolutely clear to all leaders that anything that can help Putin and Russia wage this war will not be acceptable to Europe. I am also here to guarantee you that this is the case, emphasized the Prime Minister.
President Zelensky expressed gratitude for the support Ukraine receives from Poland and the entire European Union.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The EU will maintain the current level of sanctions against Russia at least for the next few months
Likely · Within months
Open Questions
- How long does the EU plan to maintain the current level of sanctions against Russia?
- Are there plans to impose additional sanctions in the near future?
