During a meeting with North Macedonia’s Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the situation at the front and the prospects for defense cooperation between the two countries.
The president announced this on Telegram, emphasizing the importance of coordination in security and diplomacy.
“I met with the Prime Minister of North Macedonia Hristijan Mickoski. The situation at the front, Russian strikes on Ukraine, opportunities for defense cooperation and diplomacy – the key topics we discussed with the Prime Minister”
– Volodymyr Zelensky
Zelensky expressed gratitude to North Macedonia for its support of Ukraine and its contribution to the PURL program, noting the importance of further joint work in the defense sphere.
“We value the readiness to continue helping our country”
– Volodymyr Zelensky
The Office of the President added that Zelensky informed about the negotiation process and emphasized that the only obstacle to ending the war is Russia, which started this war itself.
North Macedonia reaffirmed its willingness to continue supporting Ukraine, particularly in the areas of defense cooperation and humanitarian aid.
Key highlights of the meeting
The parties discussed the priorities of defense cooperation and prospects for joint initiatives aimed at strengthening regional security and fortifying Ukraine’s sovereignty.