President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed heightened support for Ukraine and potential new sanctions against Russia during a phone call on August 28, 2025. The conversation followed a significant Russian strike on Kyiv, which remains under search and rescue operations. Von der Leyen expressed condolences and solidarity with Ukraine amid the ongoing crisis. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for sustained international pressure on Russia until genuine steps toward peace are taken. The European Union is currently preparing its 19th sanctions package in response to the aggression. The leaders also touched on Ukraine’s European integration, highlighting the importance of opening negotiation clusters for both Ukraine and Moldova. A positive decision on this matter is anticipated soon, marking a step towards deeper integration with the EU. Post navigation EU Survey Reveals Public Expectations Haiti in Crisis: UN Chief Sounds Alarm