16:05
09 May 2022
Zelensky spoke with European Council President
Photo: OPU
The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with the President of the European Council Charles Michel, who arrived in Odesa on Monday, via video conference.
President Zelensky announced this on Telegram.
"I spoke with the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, who visited Odesa. It is important to prevent a food crisis in the world caused by russia's aggressive actions," he said.
He stressed the need to take immediate measures to unblock Ukrainian ports for wheat exports.
"I appreciate the bold position of the President of the European Council and his personal presence in Odesa. I am grateful for the constant support of our country from the EU in many areas," added Volodymyr Zelensky.
The President of the European Council Charles Michel arrived in Odesa on May 9 to celebrate Europe Day.
Canada has said it will help Ukraine develop options for exporting Ukrainian grain.
