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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Belgium is preparing a new military assistance package for Ukraine and will contribute to the PURL initiative, following talks with Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever, UATV English<\/a> reports.<\/p>\n

According to Zelenskyy, the leaders held detailed discussions on strengthening Ukraine\u2019s defense capabilities, with a particular focus on air defense and military support.<\/p>\n

\u201cBelgium is preparing a new substantial aid package and a contribution to the PURL program,\u201d Zelenskyy said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The two sides also discussed the schedule for the delivery of F-16 fighter jets. Zelenskyy announced that the first aircraft are expected to arrive in Ukraine later this year.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe first deliveries will take place already this year. This kind of support in protecting our skies is what we need most right now,\u201d the Ukrainian president said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

During the meeting, Zelenskyy briefed the Belgian prime minister on the outcomes of the G7 Summit and on Ukraine\u2019s ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending Russia\u2019s war against Ukraine.<\/p>\n

The leaders agreed on the importance of maintaining and increasing pressure on Russia to compel Moscow to change its course.<\/p>\n

In addition, Zelenskyy and De Wever discussed Ukraine\u2019s progress toward European Union membership. The Ukrainian president thanked Belgium for its continued support, both at the governmental level and among the Belgian people.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is truly important that pressure on the aggressor continues to grow,\u201d Zelenskyy said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Read also:<\/strong> Air Defense, Anti-Ballistic System, and EU Clusters: Zelenskyy Reveals Agenda for Talks with Partners in Brussels<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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