Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's defense needs with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, focusing on air defence and artillery requirements. They also discussed plans for the second Ukraine-Balkans summit and the importance of timely unblocking the EU's 50 billion euro aid package.
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Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's defence needs with Greek Prime Minister, particularly air defence and artillery
They discussed plans for the second Ukraine-Balkans summit
Zelenskyy emphasized importance of timely unblocking EU's 50 billion euro aid package
Zelensky and Mitsotakis held a phone call on January 29, 2024
They discussed Ukraine's current defense needs, especially air defense and artillery
Zelensky thanked Greece for supporting Ukraine's integration with the EU
Zelensky thanked Greece for participating in the 4th meeting of advisors in Davos
Zelensky invited Greece to join organization of the Global Peace Summit
They discussed preparations for the second Ukraine-Balkans summit
Zelensky emphasized the importance of timely unblocking €50 billion in European aid
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with Mitsotakis on Jan. 29 ahead of the second Ukraine-Balkans summit. Zelensky said he discussed Ukraine's defense needs with Mitsotakis, 'especially in terms of air defense and artillery.'
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