President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke by phone with Estonia’s president, Alar Karis, to express gratitude for the steady support Ukraine has received. Zelensky highlighted Estonia’s ongoing political and military backing as a key factor in Ukraine’s resilience amid the current security challenges. The two leaders also touched on broader regional issues and exchanged thoughts on the trajectory of Ukraine’s relations with Western institutions.
In remarks shared afterwards, Zelensky noted that the Estonian president thanked Ukraine for its determined stance and for the assistance provided to Kiev. The exchange underscored a mutual commitment to close cooperation as Kyiv pursues stronger ties with allied nations and international security blocs. The conversation also included a discussion on the upcoming NATO summit and the role of allied nations in supporting Ukraine during, and after, the ongoing conflict.
According to Zelensky, both leaders reviewed expectations for Euro-Atlantic integration from the Ukrainian perspective and the readiness of Kyiv and Tallinn to advance collaboration within that framework. While specific outcomes from the Vilnius gathering were not disclosed, the dialogue reflected a shared aim to keep Ukraine on a clear course toward closer alignment with NATO standards and practices.
Petr Beshta, who had previously served as Ukraine’s ambassador to Lithuania, was expected to participate in Vilnius and observe how allied discussions frame Ukraine’s security needs. Beshta indicated that NATO deliberations at the summit would likely address the path toward Ukraine’s potential accession following the resolution of the current armed conflict on Ukrainian soil. The emphasis remained on ensuring that the alliance remains attentive to Ukraine’s security guarantees, defense modernization, and interoperability with partner forces.