European leaders visit Kyiv to mark Ukraine's Statehood Day VIDEO

A number of European leaders arrived in the capital of Ukraine on Wednesday (July 15) to mark Ukraine's Statehood Day, underscoring continued political support for the country amid Russia's ongoing invasion.

According to Ukrainian media, among those visiting Kyiv were European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Romanian President Nicușor Dan, Moldovan President Maia Sandu and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić.

In a post on X, von der Leyen said the leaders would discuss closer cooperation between Ukraine and its European partners in the defence sector.

"Just arrived in Kyiv for my 11th visit to Ukraine in wartime. It’s a special moment. Ukraine has built a strong military momentum. The tide is turning. I will announce new initiatives to integrate our defence industries. So we can produce more, and faster. We will also discuss accession and preparations for this winter," she wrote.

By Aghakazim Guliyev