In Brussels on February 9, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is scheduled to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during the European Union summit. The encounter, described by ANSA as a bilateral dialog, is expected to take place in the context of ongoing discussions at the EU gathering. The exact topics of negotiation were not disclosed by ANSA, but Meloni has consistently signaled a strong interest in engaging with Zelensky directly to discuss regional security, economic cooperation, and Ukraine’s path within European institutions. The Italian leadership had previously expressed a desire to visit Kyiv following Meloni’s electoral victory last year, yet the trip had not materialized at the time of this report.
Meanwhile, Zelensky’s diplomatic schedule continues to unfold. On February 8, he traveled to the United Kingdom for official talks with senior British officials. The meetings encompassed discussions at the royal level with King Charles III and other British leaders, reflecting the close coordination between London and Kyiv on security, defense, and support for Ukraine. From London, Zelensky was reported to be heading to Paris for talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, before proceeding to Brussels for the EU summit. These movements underscore Ukraine’s active diplomatic outreach across Europe as it seeks political backing and practical assistance for the war effort.
In other regional developments, a high-profile meeting in Paris was anticipated with former German Chancellor Angela Merkel providing commentary and support, illustrating the broad European engagement surrounding Zelensky’s multi-city diplomatic tour. The sequence of visits—London, Paris, and then Brussels—highlights a coordinated effort to align European positions on Ukraine’s sovereignty, regional stability, and post-conflict rebuilding. This pattern also signals continued emphasis on interoperability of European defense and sanctions policy, with Kyiv seeking unity among Western allies.