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Zelensky arrives in Belgium, prepares to meet Prime Minister De Wever

"All of us in Europe want this war to end. And for that to happen, strong signals are needed — more real pressure on Russia and more defense support for Ukraine," Zelensky wrote on social media upon arrival.

Zelensky arrives in Belgium, prepares to meet Prime Minister De Wever

President Volodymyr Zelensky made his way to Belgium on October 15th, setting his sights on a meeting with Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever. The objective of their discussions: finances before Zelensky participates in the EU leaders summit. As he shared on social media, Zelensky expressed the desire for Europe to end the war, emphasizing the need for strong signals, greater pressure on Russia, and increased defense support for Ukraine.

His schedule includes meetings with NATO Secretary General, French President, and the prime ministers of Poland, Denmark, and Belgium, along with discussions on the utilization of 200 billion euros in frozen Russian assets, a large portion of which is held in Belgium's Euroclear.

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