Rutte speaks with Zelensky about the importance of implementing the energy ceasefire with Russia

On October 15 in Brussels, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held separate meetings with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and French President Emmanuel Macron. During the discussion with Rutte, the two leaders addressed the importance of implementing an energy ceasefire with Russia, a measure that has yet to be officially confirmed by either side of the conflict.

In his meeting with Macron, President Zelenskyy received assurances of continued French support. The French president emphasized that his government remains committed to upholding its responsibilities in assisting Kyiv against Russian aggression, highlighting the necessity of maintaining international backing for Ukraine.