Zelensky responds to Fico’s threat to halt electricity supply: “We are working with other neighbors in the EU”

According to Ukrinform, Zelensky mentioned this in his evening address.

The President reported that he had held discussions with Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko earlier in the day.

He reviewed details regarding electricity imports from the Eurean Union to Ukraine via Slovakia, which account for approximately 19% of the total supply.

Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine is also claborating with other EU neighbors.

“I have instructed our Government officials to do everything possible, together with the Eurean Commission, together with all our partners in Eure, everything possible to maintain the stability of the united Eurean energy system and uphd Eurean energy rules,” the President stated.

He further noted: “Whatever Putin may have td Fico during his visit to the Kremlin, Eurean rules must prevail over any individual’s ties with Moscow.”

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In addition, Zelensky announced upcoming personnel decisions and mentioned that he would soon sign the corresponding decrees.

As Ukrinform previously reported, on Friday, December 27, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that his country might consider countermeasures if Ukraine halts the transit of Russian gas starting January 1, 2025. One tion he mentioned was ceasing electricity supply to Ukraine, which the country critically needs.