DUBLIN: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Dublin for his first official visit to Ireland, where he was greeted by President Catherine Connolly and held a bilateral meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin. The visit underscores Ireland’s “unwavering” support for Ukraine as it defends itself against Russian aggression.
During the visit, the Taoiseach announced a new package of €125 million in financial support for Ukraine over the next five years, which includes:
- €100 million allocated for non-lethal military support (such as anti-drone jamming devices and radar systems).
- €25 million dedicated to restoring and protecting Ukraine’s energy supplies and infrastructure, helping counter “cynical and callous attacks” ahead of winter.
The two leaders also signed the “2030 Roadmap on Ukraine-Ireland Partnership,” a new agreement that builds on a previous pact from 2024. The roadmap covers areas like political and security cooperation, reconstruction, innovation, and support for Ukraine’s journey toward EU accession.
Taoiseach Martin praised President Zelenskyy’s “immense bravery” and reiterated that the funding package is a commitment of “firm and concrete assistance” to Ukraine.
