Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar made a surprise visit to Kiev on Wednesday and met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Ahead of their meeting, Zelensky said they will discuss security, political and economic cooperation, and "justice for Ukraine."
"Although Ireland is a neutral country, this neutrality does not mean indifference, and this is very important," Zelensky added. Varadkar insisted that Russia "cannot be allowed to succeed" at a press conference after talks with the Ukrainian president. "If Russia thinks that targeting civilians and essential infrastructure will discourage Ukraine’s friends, including Ireland, well, it’s wrong. Volodymyr Zelensky, we will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes. Ukraine will prevail and Ukraine will be rebuilt," he said.
