Volodymyr Zelensky cancels his visit to Madrid
The president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, has decided to cancel his trip to Madrid, which was scheduled for this Friday. This decision was communicated by sources from the King’s House, after the meeting he would have with Felipe VI and a lunch at the Royal Palace was announced on Tuesday.
The cancellation of this visit, which represented Zelensky’s first bilateral visit to Spain, has generated speculation about the reasons behind this decision. It was expected that during his stay in Madrid, the Ukrainian president would meet with the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, to sign a security agreement.
Reasons for cancellation
Although no official explanations have been provided for the suspension of the visit, diplomatic sources have suggested that the complex situation that Ukraine is going through in the face of the Russian offensive, after more than two years of war, could be related to this decision.
The Government did not officially announce the visit, but the preparations for it had been recognized, including the signing of a bilateral agreement on security. However, the uncertainty about the visit became evident when the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, José Manuel Albares, avoided confirming Zelensky’s presence at a press conference in Madrid.
International context
The situation in Ukraine, marked by the Russian offensive in the northeastern region of Kharkiv, has generated international concern. This situation has led the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, to visit kyiv to reaffirm Washington’s support for the Russian offensive, recognizing that Ukraine is going through difficult times.
Spain’s support for Ukraine has been reiterated by the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, who ratified the European country’s support for Zelensky. This support was reflected in the telephone conversation they had, where Spain’s support was guaranteed for as long as necessary.
Conclusion
The cancellation of the visit of the president of Ukraine to Madrid has generated uncertainty and has revealed the complex situation that the country is going through. Meanwhile, the international community continues to show its support for Ukraine amid the Russian offensive, highlighting the importance of stability and security in the region.
