Taoiseach speaks with President Zelenskyy
- Published on: 21 February 2025
- Last updated on: 24 February 2025
Taoiseach Micheál Martin this evening (Friday) spoke by phone with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, ahead of a summit next week marking the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Speaking after the call with President Zelenskyy, the Taoiseach said:
“I had a warm engagement with President Zelenskyy, where I once again reaffirmed Ireland’s steadfast support for Ukraine and its people.
“We discussed how, together with the EU, we can advance a just, sustainable and durable peace in Ukraine.
“I also took the opportunity to offer my support for the acceleration of Ukraine’s membership of the EU, and to state Ireland’s continuing financial support for Ukraine.
“I look forward to joining online with other leaders for President Zelenskyy’s summit to discuss this further next week.”