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President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko congratulated Sigmar Gabriel on having been appointed to the post of Foreign Minister.

The parties discussed the situation in Donbas and the fulfillment of the Minsk agreements, first of all in security dimension.

Petro Poroshenko expressed concern over the violations of the ceasefire regime by Russian militants, particularly in the area of Avdiivka.

The Head of State emphasized the importance of preserving sanctions against Russia until Moscow implements all its commitments under the Minsk agreements and restores Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, including Crimea.

The President invited the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Germany to visit Ukraine.

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