The article reports on various statements of support for Ukraine from European leaders, following a meeting between President Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump at the White House. The quotes are as follows:
* “You are never alone, dear President @ZelenskyyUa.” – António Costa, President of Portugal
* “Today, it became clear that the free world needs a new leader. It’s up to us, Europeans, to take this challenge.” – Kaja Kallas, EU foreign policy chief
* “We must never confuse aggressor and victim in this terrible war.” – Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany’s conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU)
* “The truth is simple. Russia invaded Ukraine. Russia is the aggressor.” – Maia Sandu, President of Moldova
* “Time for Europe to step up its efforts.” – Petr Pavel, President of the Czech Republic
* “We stand with Ukraine and on the side of the free world.” – Petr Fiala, Prime Minister of the Czech Republic
Additionally, the article reports that Ukrainian forces repelled a Russian attempt to cross into Sumy Oblast on February 25.
