“Zelensky’s meeting with the Lithuanian delegation: what did Skvernialis promise to Ukraine? The President of Ukraine held a meeting with the Speaker of the Seimas of Lithuania, Saulius Skvernialis. The parties discussed military aid, sanctions against the Russian Federation and support for Ukraine’s Euro-Atlantic aspirations.”, — write on: unn.ua
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It is noted that the topic of the conversation was further cooperation between the countries.
We discussed further cooperation between our states, between our peoples, namely security and defense-industrial cooperation, sanctions, security guarantees and Euro-Atlantic integration of Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelenskyi thanked Lithuania for the aid of more than 1.5 billion euros, half of which is defense support. After all, strengthening Ukraine’s position on the battlefield is very important on the way to establishing a just and lasting peace.
Lithuania spends at least 0.25% of GDP on Ukraine’s security and defense needs every year, and recently handed over 4,500 FPV drones it purchased from Lithuanian manufacturers as part of its participation in the drone coalition. The country is also an active participant in demining coalitions, strengthening Ukrainian air defense, and artillery
During the meeting, they discussed the continuation of support to Ukraine, the preparation of a new EU sanctions package, the strengthening of military-technical cooperation and joint projects in the defense industry.
Separately, the President noted Lithuania’s leadership in advocating Ukraine on the way to the EU and NATO.
“We are glad that on the difficult path to NATO membership – with all the challenges – the Lithuanian people, Lithuania is always with us,” he said.
Saulius Skvernialis emphasized that Lithuania and its parliament are ready to continue to provide defense and humanitarian support to Ukraine, carry out the rehabilitation of Ukrainian soldiers, rebuild the infrastructure destroyed and damaged as a result of Russian aggression
“We understand peace as the complete liberation of Ukrainian territories, including Crimea, punishment of the dictator for war crimes, bringing him to legal and financial responsibility, and Ukraine’s full membership in NATO and the EU,” said the Speaker.
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Lithuania is preparing to transfer 4,500 drones to Ukraine at a total cost of 5 million euros. The government also simplified the procedure for the transfer of military aid to speed up support.