❗️Zelensky and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed Ukraine’s defense funding shortfall and potential solutions during a phone call.

❗️Zelensky and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed Ukraine’s defense funding shortfall and potential solutions during a phone call. Zelensky backed a proposal to use remaining funds from the SAFE program for new joint defense projects between Ukraine and the EU, calling the initiative timely and necessary. The two leaders also discussed broader security proposals for Europe and agreed to meet in New York during the UN General Assembly.