Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a phone conversation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who is currently in Gdańsk, Poland. The discussion centered on bolstering defense cooperation between Ukraine and the European Union. Key topics included the provision of further aid and supplies for Ukraine’s Armed Forces. Zelenskyy and von der Leyen also agreed on the importance of maintaining direct communication regarding ongoing support for Ukraine. The conversation underscores continued European support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. Details of specific aid commitments were not immediately disclosed. Both leaders affirmed their commitment to strengthening the partnership between Ukraine and the EU.