Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wants the war in his country to stop. He visited Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is leading the European Union now. Zelenskyy wants Ukraine to join the EU. He thinks Cyprus can help this happen faster.
Zelenskyy said Ukraine joining Europe is important. He said the world needs Ukraine in the EU. He told leaders, "We expect much from this time." He met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Zelenskyy said Ukraine is very important to Cyprus.
The president asked for more rules against Russia. He said a new plan to punish Russia is ready. This plan stops ships from selling oil too cheap. This plan hurts Russia's money for the war.
Zelenskyy also talked about Moldova. Moldova also wants to join the EU. President Christodoulides wants talks for Ukraine and Moldova. This can make Eastern Europe safer.
Zelenskyy's visit shows Ukraine wants a European future. The war is in its third year. Ukraine needs to join the EU. This helps Ukraine and shows world support. Zelenskyy hopes the war will end while Cyprus leads the EU. He wants peace and a good life. He wants a safe future in the EU.