Zelensky: Proximity to European countries presents opportunities “to ensure a modern and prosperous life for all Ukrainians”

Volodymyr Zelensky’s daily speech concentrated On Ukraine’s accession to the European Union, the President of Ukraine said that the country is too “One step away” From this happens. He declared that “the only thing left is to wait for the European Council’s decision next week.”

“Ukrainian values ​​are European values. He stressed that Ukrainian democratic customs have not yet lost their strength, adding that the country’s rapprochement with the European Union is not “only positive” for Ukraine: “This is the largest contribution to the future of Europe in many years.“.

And I want to emphasize that the European integration of Ukraine is not something purely political, not something separate from the lives of ordinary people. exactly the contrary. And the closer we are to other European countries, the more opportunities we have to ensure a modern and prosperous life for all Ukrainians. ”

The head of state considers that another event will also take place on Friday – in the words of Zelensky, the format is “interesting” “How the course of history chooses the moment to make important decisions”: The Ukrainian government has canceled the visa waiver regime agreement with Russia, which will enter into force from July 1. Russia itself has done everything to destroy any relations with Ukraine. Well, we are doing everything we can to make our relations with Europe as strong as possible. ”

Zelensky also gave an evaluation of the week, which he described as “very beneficial for Ukraine,” noting Boris Johnson’s Friday visit to KyivHe discussed with him the situation on the front and ways to achieve victory. The release of Dr. “Tira”. – Captured by Russian forces on March 16 – US military aid.

Dr. Yulia “Tayra” Payevska has been released. It was captured by Russian forces on March 16