Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and French President Emmanuel Macron held a telephone conversation discussing the situation at the front line, Ukraine's defense needs for May-June, and additional French military assistance.
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The President of Ukraine informed in detail about the situation at the front and prospects of its development in May-June. The Head of State emphasised the priority needs of the Ukrainian defence forces.
They agreed on additional solutions that would strengthen Ukraine's potential on the battlefield.
France confirmed providing Ukraine with a powerful armoured package.
Special attention was paid to the preparations for the NATO Summit in Vilnius, expected to make strong and concrete decisions on security guarantees for Ukraine and launch the procedure for inviting the country to join NATO.
Zelensky discussed military needs with Macron on April 30, 2023.
Volodymyr Zelensky and Emmanuel Macron discussed interaction with other international partners regarding support for the Ukrainian peace formula.
France confirmed providing Ukraine's Armed Forces with a powerful armored package.
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