The countries of Northern Europe and the Baltics (NB8), after a conversation with the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, assured Kiev that they will continue to support Ukraine in its confrontation with Russian aggression, the BBC reported.
"Russia has not yet made commitments to a ceasefire or to any steps leading to peace", the joint statement of the leaders of the countries of the region said.
"We fully support decisions that respect Ukraine's sovereignty and provide Ukraine and Europe with greater security and stability.
We will continue to arm Ukraine and strengthen Europe's defenses to deter further Russian aggression. aggression.
As Russia continues its war against Ukraine, we will also support tightening sanctions and broader economic measures, the position also says.