Zelenskyy proposes to create a European air shield against Russian attacks

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on EU and NATO leaders to create an effective «air shield of Europe» capable of withstanding modern threats.

📌 Details of the application

During a meeting with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Zelenskyy emphasised that Russia's war against Ukraine had proved No country can protect its skies from massive attacks on its own.

«We must create a unified and effective air defence system for the whole of Europe. This is not only a matter of Ukraine, it is a matter of security for all Europeans,» the President said.

📌 Why it matters

• Russia is increasingly using massive drone and missile attacks in Ukraine.
• European partners are already providing air defence systems, but their integration is still insufficient.
• A single «air shield» would allow for coordinated efforts and a faster response to threats.

📌 International reaction

• Poland supported the idea, stating that the issue of airspace protection should be a common priority.
• NATO noted that it is already working to strengthen its defence capabilities and is ready to consider the Ukrainian initiative.

📌 What's next

Experts believe that the creation of a European air defence system will be a long-term, but key security project for the region.
Ukraine expects that the first steps in this direction can be taken in the near future.