Zelenskyy and Tusk Meet in Dublin
The leaders discussed winter energy needs, front line conditions, and steps to accelerate Ukraine's EU accession during the European Political Community summit.
By Lauren Foster ·
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Dublin.
The bilateral talks occurred on the sidelines of the European Political Community summit held on November 12, 2026.
Zelenskyy outlined the agenda on social media, listing diplomacy, front line developments, and Russian strikes as the primary subjects.
The pair also examined how Poland could support Ukraine's preparation for the winter season.
They focused on expanding transport links between the nations, specifically for fuel supplies, to improve Ukraine's energy resilience.
Both leaders addressed European affairs, including measures to speed up Ukraine's path to joining the European Union.
Zelenskyy described membership as a security guarantee for Ukraine and the continent rather than a purely economic issue.
"We see EU membership as one of the security guarantees for Ukraine and all of Europe," Zelenskyy stated.
He thanked Tusk for initiating military training for the Coalition of the Willing, with the first stage occurring in Poland.
"This is a signal we need, and we count on it to help build reliable security for the future," the Ukrainian president added.
Tusk offered his own account of the discussion when speaking separately about the meeting.
The Polish prime minister said Zelenskyy assured him that Ukraine was ready to move toward EU membership without harming Poland's interests.
