Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the leader of the European People’s Party (EPP), Manfred Weber, called on Tuesday for the release of €50 billion ($54 billion) in EU funds, saying the money is vital for Ukraine. Zelensky, at a meeting with the conservative German politician, said his country is counting on the release of the multi-year financial aid at a special meeting of the European Council on February 1. Zelensky thanked Weber and the European partners for the support they have provided, in particular for air defence systems. Weber said the European Union must deliver the funds. …