On October 24, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived on an official visit to the United Kingdom, where he was received in London by King Charles III.
Points of attention
- The warm reception at the castle, including a royal salute and inspection of the Grenadier Guards, showcased the significance of the visit.
- The upcoming meetings with the UK Prime Minister and participation in the 'Coalition of the Determined' highlight key agendas and discussions for the Ukrainian leader.
Zelenskyy met with Charles III
Sky News reports on the Ukrainian leader's unannounced visit to London.
Journalists note that Volodymyr Zelenskyy was welcomed with a royal salute, and when he entered the castle's courtyard, the Ukrainian anthem was played.
In addition, the head of state was invited to inspect the 1st Battalion of the Grenadier Guards, after which he was invited inside the castle.
According to preliminary data, after the meeting with the king, Volodymyr Zelensky will go to Downing Street to meet with the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer.
Also, a meeting of the "Coalition of the Determined" in a hybrid format is scheduled to begin in London on October 24.
Recently, Volodymyr Zelenskyy officially confirmed that he coordinated positions with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron during a conversation on the sidelines of the EU leaders' summit in Brussels.
As mentioned earlier, the last meeting of the "Coalition of the Determined" in early September was attended by representatives from over 30 countries in Europe and other parts of the world.