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The President of the European Council Charles Michel and other members of the European delegation, during a meeting today with the Ukrainian Prime Minister were forced to interrupt the meeting and take refuge in the nearest place after Russian missiles hit the Odessa region where they were located.
Michel and Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal were joined by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky via video link from Kiev and their discussions focused that the EU could continue to support Ukraine in meeting the humanitarian, economic and military challenges it currently faces.
Speaking in Odessa, Michel said he wanted to confirm to Zelensky and all the people in Ukraine that support would be maximized and that the EU would provide as much as it could in terms of military equipment. He also said that the EU is coordinating with the international community to mobilize financial support, expertise, in order to be able to address humanitarian challenges, lead the country and liquidity to start rebuilding the country.
“We know that you and the people of Ukraine are fighting for your homeland, for the future of your children, for your freedoms, but you are also fighting for our common European principles, values and democracy and democratic rights. That is why it is our moral duty to support you as much as we can. “ he said.
In a video statement, Zelensky thanked the President of the European Council for his support and for giving Ukraine the opportunity to be equal in the European Union family.
“And in this difficult moment – of bombing and war – your courageous position and personal presence in Odessa is not just welcome, but it evokes a lot of gratitude.” added the Ukrainian leader.
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