France announces meeting of 'coalition of the willing' Ukraine allies as Russia steps up airstrikes
Leaders of France, Germany and the United Kingdom will co-chair the meeting of countries pledging defense support to Ukraine in Kyiv on Monday, the French presidency said Friday. The meeting comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urges a response to increased ballistic missile strikes on the capital.
Ukrainian politician Petro Poroshenko claims the nation currently lacks a coalition of unity. He asserts that unity, combined with its military, not only inspired hope for victory but also safeguarded Ukraine and continues to do so today. Poroshenko highlighted this during a national roundtable discussion titled "Unity Around the Flag" as part of the Kyiv Security Forum.
He emphasized that unity must be based on support for Ukraine's Armed Forces and national interests, not as a pretext for power abuse. Poroshenko questioned the presence of anyone in the room or Ukraine who opposes unity, questioning the purpose of gathering if everyone supports it. He maintained that the flag should symbolize Ukraine, not a cover-up for various issues.
In Poroshenko's view, unity's foundation should transcend party lines and be rooted in something greater, such as Ukraine's Armed Forces, people's lives and safety, European integration, and cultural elements like the cherry orchard and language. He emphasized that answers to all questions exist.
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