Russia's military aggression against Ukraine continues.



Fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces continues across Ukraine, forcing thousands of civilians to flee the country.

We will keep you updated on the developments surrounding the situation in Ukraine on the 10th (Japan time), including the situation of the fighting and the diplomacy of the countries concerned.



(There is a 7-hour time difference between Japan and Ukraine, and a 6-hour time difference with Moscow, Russia.)

President Zelensky expresses expectations for weapons supply

When President Zelensky visited the United Kingdom, he appealed, "We need wings and fighter planes to protect freedom," and also requested the provision of weapons including fighter planes at the EU summit.



At a press conference after attending the EU summit, President Zelensky was asked if there had been any concrete progress on the provision of fighter jets, saying, "There were positive signals about individual weapons. I strongly hope that it will become a voice, ”he said, expressing his expectation that he would be able to receive the donation.

EU President Michel Recognizes Need to Strengthen Military Support

At a press conference held after the EU summit, EU President Michel said, "The coming weeks and months will be particularly important. We must provide maximum support." I have shown that I need it.



On the other hand, regarding EU membership, which President Zelensky has indicated that he wants to start negotiations by the end of the year, Chairman von der Leyen said, ``There is no fixed schedule for membership. He merely repeated his previous position.

President Zelensky attends EU summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Belgium, where the EU headquarters is located, to attend the EU summit on the 9th.

In this, President Zelensky asked the leaders of each country to provide weapons, including fighter planes and long-range missiles. We are fighting with Russia," he said, calling for a quick decision.



He also urged support for early negotiations on Ukraine's EU membership.