Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on Cyprus to make Ukraine’s European integration, financial support and security a priority during its presidency of the Council of the European Union. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Jan. 7, 2026, Zelenskyy said Ukraine should be treated as an equal member of Europe’s shared political community. Post navigation Zelenskyy Urges Cyprus to Advance Ukraine’s EU Bid Ukraine Seeks EU Talks Under Cyprus Presidency