The UK government’s Spokesperson said early Monday that Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hold British PM Boris Johnson that he believed the next 24 hours was a crucial period for Ukraine.

Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy tweeted out, “also, - had a phone conversation with @vonderleyen - Talked about concrete decisions on strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities, macro-financial assistance and Ukraine's membership in the #EU.”

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