Zelenskyy discusses European peace role, military funding, and Chelsea funds; Xi concludes North Korea visit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reiterated his openness to European involvement in future peace negotiations with Russia, stressing that any participation should avoid mere "mediation" or repeating past errors. He underscored Europe's essential role due to the conflict's impact on continental security. Zelenskyy also expressed Ukraine's hope for international financial support to establish a contract-based military system, noting that "being a soldier now is dangerous." Concurrently, discussions continued with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer concerning the potential use of funds from the sale of Roman Abramovich's Chelsea Football Club to bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities. Separately, Chinese leader Xi Jinping concluded his two-day visit to Pyongyang, where he and North Korean leaders affirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation across various sectors and deepening mutual understanding.

Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда