Zelenskyy shares Ukraine's Victory Plan with U.S. Congress members
Nation24 September 2024, 12:35 PM
The meeting was attended by U.S. Senators Ben Cardin, Dan Sullivan, Christopher Murphy, and Representative Gregory Meeks.
President Zelenskyy provided a detailed account of the situation on the front, the progress of the Kursk operation, the needs of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and the importance of timely delivery of defense packages.
The participants of the meeting paid particular attention to the victory plan, which Zelenskyy will present to U.S. President Joe Biden, Congress, and both presidential candidates this week.
"This is a very specific plan on how to strengthen Ukraine without any decisions or pressure from Russia. This plan does not depend on any decisions made by [Russian dictator Vladimir] Putin," the head of state said.
The parties also discussed the prospects for implementing reconstruction projects. With winter approaching, one of the key areas is strengthening Ukraine's energy system.
Additionally, Zelenskyy stressed the importance of strengthening sanctions against the aggressor state.
"We are grateful to both parties and both chambers of the U.S. Congress, as well as to President Biden, for the support. And, of course, we are here to thank your people," the Ukrainian leader added.
Ukraine's victory plan
During the Ukraine 2024. Independence forum, Zelenskyy announced his intention to present Kyiv’s victory plan to U.S. President Joe Biden in September.
Zelenskyy stated on Sept. 18 that Ukraine had prepared all the points of the victory plan.
According to Bloomberg, Zelenskyy will insist that Biden provide an official invitation for Ukraine to join NATO and commit to the continuous supply of modern weapons as part of the victory plan.
Ukraine's victory plan is designed for quick decisions from Kyiv’s partners from October to December 2024, Zelenskyy said on Sept. 20.
Zelenskyy's victory plan consists of four key points, including security guarantees, operations in Kursk Oblast, weapons supply, and financial assistance, The Times reported on Sept. 22.