Zelenskyy thanks Varadkar for Ireland's 'important support' during phone call

A Government statement said that the Ukrainian president thanked the Taoiseach for Ireland’s ongoing support, as well as wishing a happy St Patrick’s Day to Ireland

In a 30-minute phone call, Mr Zelenskyy invited Mr Varadkar to visit Ukraine, and it is understood the Fine Gael leader said he would like to at a future point. Leo Correa/AP

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar pledged Ireland’s continued support and solidarity for Ukraine in a call with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy this afternoon.

In a 30-minute phone call, Mr Zelenskyy invited Mr Varadkar to visit Ukraine, and it is understood the Fine Gael leader said he would like to at a future point.