Von der Leyen responded to Zelenskyy’s criticism: We support Ukraine and our actions speak louder than words
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen responded to statements made by Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticising Europe.
She is quoted by The Wall Street Journal reporter Lawrence Norman, reports Censor.NET.
What is known?
During a press conference at the European Council, von der Leyen commented on Zelenskyy's statements at the Davos forum.
"We have been supporting the heroic struggle of the Ukrainian people for four years. I believe that our actions speak louder than words. We have been Ukraine's biggest partner over the last four years," said the President of the European Commission.
She recalled that the EU recently approved an additional €90 billion in aid for Ukraine for the next two years.
Von der Leyen noted that Europe's aid cannot be compared to the sacrifices made by the Ukrainian people.
"But what we can do is stand shoulder to shoulder with them. And I think the figures speak for themselves. But also the personal involvement of each of us speaks for itself," she concluded.
What preceded this?
- During his speech at the Davos forum, Zelenskyy criticised Europe for its inability to protect itself.
- He also recalled that Europe has still not reached a decision on a tribunal for the Kremlin leader.
- Zelenskyy noted that dictator Putin has had "some success" in the fight for Russia's frozen assets in Europe.
