Pavel called for a more unified approach from Europe in peace negotiations regarding Ukraine

Czech President Petr Pavel called for a unified European approach to peace negotiations regarding Ukraine after the V4 summit in Slovakia. He noted that there is significant agreement among the V4 leaders on the need to support Ukraine and not reward aggressors. Pavel emphasized the importance of coordinated European action in discussions about Ukraine's security and the ongoing war. The V4 leaders expressed their commitment to providing continued support to Ukraine and discussed EU expansion and energy security. Slovak President Peter Pellegrini highlighted the need for the EU to be involved in ending the conflict, as the war is straining Europe. The EU has approved a substantial loan to Ukraine, with further financial requests anticipated from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.