Ukraine's membership in EU a 'priority', says Volodymyr Zelensky

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky held a joint press conference with visiting EU chief Charles Michel.

European Union membership is a "priority" for Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday during a joint press conference with visiting EU chief Charles Michel.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (AP File Photo)

"Regarding our future membership in the EU, it is a priority for our state, for the strength of our people, those who are ready to defend our land against Russian invaders even without arms," Zelensky said.