Ireland’s support rooted in shared history, Zelenskyy says during Dublin visit

Zelenskyy thanks Irish people for supporting refugees and stresses need for long-term security guarantees as peace talks intensify

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with Taoiseach Micheal Martin speaking to the media at Government Buildings. Picture: Leah Farrell/© RollingNews.ie

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ireland “understands, historically,” what Ukraine is “going through,” as he acknowledged that it has “not been easy” to help those fleeing war.

During a joint press conference in Government Buildings, Taoiseach Micheál Martin vowed that Ireland would support Ukraine “for as long as it takes.”