Zelensky, Scholz discuss assistance to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have discussed peace talks, the strengthening of defensive assistance to Ukraine and sanctions against the Russian Federation.

The head of state wrote about this on Twitter, Ukrinform reports.

"Discussed the course of peace talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Stressed the importance of increasing defense support for Ukraine and sanctions pressure on Russia. Raised the issue of Ukraine's membership in the EU on the eve of the informal summit of EU leaders," Zelensky said.

As reported, on February 24, Russian President Putin announced the beginning of a large-scale invasion of Ukraine. Russian troops have been shelling and destroying key infrastructure, residential areas of Ukrainian cities and villages using artillery, MLRS and ballistic missiles.

Martial law was imposed in Ukraine and general mobilization was declared.