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Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin reaffirmed Ireland’s steadfast support for Ukraine during a telephone call with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday, the premier wrote on X.

It came ahead of a summit marking the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion.

Martin emphasized Ireland’s commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and its people.

"I had a warm engagement with President Zelenskyy, where I once again reaffirmed Ireland’s steadfast support for Ukraine and its people,” he wrote.

The leaders also discussed efforts with the EU to establish a lasting and sustainable peace in Ukraine.

"I also took the opportunity to offer my support for the acceleration of Ukraine’s membership of the EU and to state Ireland’s continuing financial support for Ukraine," he added.

Martin is set to join world leaders in a summit hosted by Zelenskyy to further discuss Ukraine’s future.

"I look forward to joining online with other leaders for President Zelenskyy’s summit to discuss this further next week," Martin stated.