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Ireland pledges lasting support for Ukraine during Zelenskyy’s visit
(MENAFN) During Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s first official visit to Dublin on Tuesday, Ireland reaffirmed its unwavering and long-term backing for Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia.
At a joint press conference, Irish Taoiseach Micheal Martin acknowledged the difficult circumstances of the visit: “We all wish that your visit here was under different, happier circumstances. We hope that we will soon be able to welcome you back when peace has come to Ukraine and its people.”
Martin called the Russian war on Ukraine “brutal and illegal,” condemning President Vladimir Putin for trying to gain leverage at the negotiating table by intensifying attacks on frontline areas, cities, and infrastructure. “He must never be allowed to succeed,” Martin said, describing the nightly missile and drone attacks as “shocking.” He emphasized Ireland’s commitment to Ukraine, saying: “The people of Ukraine deserve to be safe in their own homes. Their children deserve to sleep safely in their own beds. Ireland will continue to support the people of Ukraine for as long as it takes.”
On Ukraine’s EU ambitions, Martin offered strong support despite resistance from some member states: “We will continue to work, including when we hold the EU presidency next year, to advance negotiations on its membership as much as we can. The people of Ukraine are working extremely hard to achieve their EU ambitions, and they deserve our backing.”
He added: “Know that for as long as Ukraine needs our help and support, Ireland will be there for you. Your struggle is our struggle. Your success will be our success. We are with you for as long as it takes.”
Zelenskyy addressed the Irish parliament, expressing gratitude for Ireland’s support and stating that Ukraine is “closer to peace than ever before.” He called on the international community to seize the current diplomatic momentum, emphasizing that “while one nation can start a war, to restore justice and defend what is right, we need a community of nations.”
At a joint press conference, Irish Taoiseach Micheal Martin acknowledged the difficult circumstances of the visit: “We all wish that your visit here was under different, happier circumstances. We hope that we will soon be able to welcome you back when peace has come to Ukraine and its people.”
Martin called the Russian war on Ukraine “brutal and illegal,” condemning President Vladimir Putin for trying to gain leverage at the negotiating table by intensifying attacks on frontline areas, cities, and infrastructure. “He must never be allowed to succeed,” Martin said, describing the nightly missile and drone attacks as “shocking.” He emphasized Ireland’s commitment to Ukraine, saying: “The people of Ukraine deserve to be safe in their own homes. Their children deserve to sleep safely in their own beds. Ireland will continue to support the people of Ukraine for as long as it takes.”
On Ukraine’s EU ambitions, Martin offered strong support despite resistance from some member states: “We will continue to work, including when we hold the EU presidency next year, to advance negotiations on its membership as much as we can. The people of Ukraine are working extremely hard to achieve their EU ambitions, and they deserve our backing.”
He added: “Know that for as long as Ukraine needs our help and support, Ireland will be there for you. Your struggle is our struggle. Your success will be our success. We are with you for as long as it takes.”
Zelenskyy addressed the Irish parliament, expressing gratitude for Ireland’s support and stating that Ukraine is “closer to peace than ever before.” He called on the international community to seize the current diplomatic momentum, emphasizing that “while one nation can start a war, to restore justice and defend what is right, we need a community of nations.”
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