By KYIV. Oct 30 (Interfax-Ukraine) – President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, during video conversations with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, thanked for the unwavering support of Ukraine from the Netherlands and the timely implementation of previously reached agreements, in particular, on the provision of additional missiles to Patriot air defense systems, preparations for the transfer of F-16 aircraft, patrol boats to Ukraine, as well as long-term financial support.
The interlocutors discussed in detail the situation on the front lines. “Zelenskyy briefed on the defense actions in Avdiyivka in Donbas, offensive operations near Bakhmut, and in the south of our country. He also touched upon the preparation of Ukraine’s energy system for the winter period,” the message reads.
The Head of State informed about the continuation of the grain corridor in the Black Sea and Ukraine’s defense needs to protect people, critical infrastructure, and the country’s port facilities.
“It is important to preserve our infrastructure, the grain corridor. We are grateful for your support – support of your people, your team, and, of course, for the military support. This is very important. Thank you also for the decision regarding the aircraft. They will help us control the sky,” the President of Ukraine said.
The parties noted the successful conduct of the third advisors’ meeting in Malta on the implementation of the key principles of the Ukrainian Peace Formula.
The President also thanked for the initiation of bilateral negotiations on security guarantees in accordance with the Joint Declaration of support for Ukraine. He said that the Netherlands became the first non-G7 country that started such negotiations.
“Zelenskyy and Rutte also discussed the situation in the Middle East, with a particular focus on assistance to citizens of Ukraine and the Netherlands who are in need. The President said that it is in the interest of the entire world to prevent further escalation and the outbreak of a larger war. He emphasized that Ukraine is ready to work together with its partners to put an end to terror and protect civilian lives,” the press service reported.
