Ukraine's Western partners are concerned about the transit situation between Ukraine and Russia, Head of the EU Delegation to Ukraine Jan Tombinski has said at a meeting with Ukrainian Infrastructure Minister Andriy Pyvovarsky.

The parties met on February 19, the press service of the infrastructure ministry reported.

"Tombinski spoke of Western partners' concern, since most of the goods coming through the Ukrainian territory are intended for the EU countries. The international community hopes that Ukraine will remain a reliable transit country, and that disruptions in the transit flow are temporary," the statement said.

In his turn, Pyvovarsky said the transit was suspended temporarily in order to settle the situation.

"The first step has been taken. According to the response team, the trucks are currently returning home and the number of applications has fallen significantly over the past few days. Both sides have released blocked cars, drivers are completing their trips unimpeded and are returning home. There were no reports of possible complications," the minister said.

He also said that Ukraine acknowledged its responsibility to ensure free and safe transit in line with international agreements and conventions.