““I appreciate Italy’s positive view of Ukraine’s integration into the EU and NATO as a key element of the pan-European security system””, — write: www.radiosvoboda.org
Zelenskyi noted that he thanked Mattarelli for supporting Ukraine and “a clear and principled position on a just and lasting peace.”
“I appreciate Italy’s positive view of Ukraine’s integration into the EU and NATO as a key element of the pan-European security system. He emphasized that the integration of Ukraine into the existing effective security structures is not only the most effective solution, but also the most economically beneficial for all partners,” the president said.
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He also welcomed Italy’s unchanged position on maintaining and strengthening sanctions against Russia.
According to him, the conversation also concerned the return of Ukrainian children kidnapped by Russia:
“We have to restore their future and do everything possible so that they, like all children, can live happily. He expressed Italy’s gratitude for the care and support of Ukrainian orphans who are currently in Italy because of the Russian war.”
Zelensky also invited Mattarella to visit Kyiv.
Mattarella’s press office confirmed the meeting, noting that it took place at the official residence, the Quirinal Palace in Rome.
President Zelenskyi arrived in Italy on January 9, the day before he met with the Prime Minister of the country George Maloney.