First picture of Ukraine's President Zelensky meeting King Charles III at Buckingham Palace
A touch of embarrassment in BrusselsWhile many will welcome the ongoing show of support for Ukraine – and President Zelensky’s London visit – over in Brussels, there’s a touch of embarrassment.
The Ukrainian leader is expected to be here tomorrow to address the European Parliament and meet with leaders from across the 27 member states.Firstly because the rumoured visit was leaked days in advance which is in stark contrast to the president’s US and UK “surprise” visits which were successfully kept under wraps.
Not only is there exasperation that the European Union sieve dripped out such an important secret, the leaks also led to speculation that the visit could be called off because of security concerns.Then there’s the fact that the widely rumoured visit to Brussels *was* being billed as the President’s second overseas trip since Russia’s invasion.
Turns out he had stopovers in London and Paris first. Remember the EU’s most senior figures, Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel, were in Kyiv only last week. Some egos, diplomats believe, will be bruised. Especially given Ukraine’s ambition of becoming an EU member by 2026.“If you truly believe that the EU is the destiny of your country, then you would make sure to come here first to signal that importance.”But, make no mistake, Downing Street will be pleased at the order of events and some, within the EU, may be rather miffed.
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