KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with President William Ruto on Thursday regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, using the opportunity to brief the Kenyan leader on recent hostilities and discuss shared strategic interests.
President Zelenskyy confirmed he updated Ruto on recent Russian attacks specifically targeting civilians and critical infrastructure within Ukraine. He expressed sincere gratitude for Kenya’s sustained diplomatic support throughout the conflict.
“I had a productive conversation with the President of Kenya, William Samoei Ruto. I informed him about Russia’s attacks on people and infrastructure, and I am grateful for his warm words of support. We touched upon the issue of Russia’s recruitment of foreign citizens into its criminal war. We are aware of all the fraudulent methods being used and will work more closely to put an end to them,” he said.
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The leaders specifically addressed intelligence reports concerning Russia’s recruitment of foreign citizens to join its military campaign.
Zelenskyy described this practice as fraudulent and criminal, and both Ukraine and Kenya agreed to collaborate more closely to stop the illicit mobilization.
Beyond the war, the conversation covered bilateral cooperation, with both Presidents agreeing that their respective teams would continue working to advance joint development projects between the two nations.
