FM Sybiha discusses Ukraine’s EU accession with Cypriot Foreign Minister

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed with Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos the promotion of Ukraine's accession during his country's presidency of the European Union, bilateral cooperation, and energy security.

The head of Ukrainian diplomacy announced this on social media X, according to Ukrinform.

"Had a good call with my Cypriot colleague Constantinos Kombos to congratulate Cyprus on assuming the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. We focused on advancing Ukraine’s EU accession, deepening bilateral cooperation, strengthening defense cooperation, and enhancing Ukraine’s energy resilience," he said.

The parties also exchanged views on joint peacekeeping efforts and their coordination throughout Cyprus' EU presidency. Sybiha informed his colleague about the situation on the battlefield and the consequences of Russia's aerial terror.

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The Ukrainian Foreign Minister expressed his gratitude for the confirmation that support for Ukraine and efforts to end the war will be among the key priorities of the Cypriot Presidency of the EU.

“I thanked Cyprus for its assistance already provided and planned. We will continue working together toward our shared goals with unity, strength, and a common vision,” the minister emphasized.

As reported by Ukrinform, on January 1, Cyprus officially began its six-month presidency of the EU Council.