In an evening address, Zelenskyy said Russia’s invasion is not only an attack on Ukraine but also on the very idea of a free, democratic, and united Europe.
“Without the United States, European freedom simply would not exist,” he said.
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He thanked the United States for its support and said Ukraine is ready to share security and technological experience tested in war. “We offered all of this to Washington; it is very important that there be results,” Zelenskyy said.
He also expressed regret that Ukraine and the United States have been unable for a long time to make progress on expanding production of ballistic missile interceptors.
On the diplomatic front, Zelenskyy announced new meetings Trump administration officials and stepped-up engagement with U.S. society, from Congress to civic leaders.
“This war must be ended, and it must be ended with dignity,” the president said.
“America’s role — the role Russia fears — is not just
rhetoric. America’s role really must and can be a leadership role.”