Overview
- President Volodymyr Zelensky met Albanian foreign minister Elisa Spiropali in Kyiv for talks centered on military cooperation and joint defense production.
- Both sides discussed the PURL program, with possible Albanian accession this year described as under consideration rather than confirmed.
- The meeting addressed EU integration as a shared strategic goal for Ukraine and Albania.
- Discussions included strengthening sanctions on Russia, which Ukrainian leaders say are vital to reducing Moscow’s ability to wage war.
- Zelensky outlined ongoing diplomatic efforts for a just peace and awarded Spiropali the Order of Princess Olga after she highlighted continued support, including rehabilitation aid for Ukrainian service members.