'Russia's responsibility must be tangible': Zelensky on new weapons and honoring the victims of Bucha.

The President of Ukraine called the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and participated in a parliamentary summit in Bucha. Sweden provided Ukraine with a record military aid of 1.6 billion dollars.

Volodymyr Zelensky in his evening address spoke about the phone call with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The President expressed gratitude for the support and coordinated common diplomatic efforts with his colleague to approach peace and ensure security.

'We are preparing a meeting of our military representatives to prepare contingents. We appreciate Britain's position on pressure on Russia - the pressure must be strong enough to deter the Russians from expanding this war,' the president emphasized.

According to the president, in Moscow they continue to mock the efforts of partners to support the peace process, continuing drone attacks and shelling. The only way to stop this is to increase pressure, forcing Russia to bring peace.

Anniversary of Bucha’s liberation

On March 31, a summit took place in Bucha, attended by representatives of the parliaments of European countries. The event was dedicated to the anniversary of the liberation of the city from Russian occupation. President Zelensky, along with the First Lady, speakers of parliaments, the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, and the Prime Minister of Ukraine honored the memory of the victims of the occupation.

'Russian criminals must be held accountable for everything that happened. The participants of the summit clearly expressed their position - Europe will not forget the moral conclusions of this war,' the president emphasized.

Zelensky also announced that Sweden has provided a new defense package for Ukraine worth 1.6 billion dollars, which has become the largest since the beginning of the invasion. The package includes the purchase of weapons, funding for production, and supply of weapons from warehouses.

Moreover, the president announced a diplomatic work plan for April, which includes negotiations with partners and international meetings. The main priorities are defined as the defense of Ukrainian positions, active use of diplomatic opportunities, and constructive cooperation with the USA, Europe, and other partners to achieve peace.