Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has embarked on a crucial trip to the United States, starting with a visit to a weapons factory in Pennsylvania. During his trip, Zelenskyy plans to present Ukraine’s “victory plan” to end the ongoing conflict with Russian forces to President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former President Donald Trump. The Ukrainian president has called for support from allies to achieve a just peace in the region.
Zelenskyy made a surprise stop at a munitions plant in Pennsylvania that manufactures artillery shells crucial to Ukraine’s war efforts. He expressed gratitude to the plant employees and emphasized the importance of the democratic world prevailing in such places. While details of Ukraine’s peace proposals have not been revealed, Zelenskyy mentioned that Biden will be the first foreign leader to see the full plan.
The Ukrainian president’s proposals include concrete steps from strategic partners to strengthen Ukraine’s weapons capabilities and establish a clear place for the country in the world’s security architecture. Zelenskyy has also urged Western allies to allow the use of long-range weapons to target military sites in Russia, a request that Biden has not yet granted due to concerns over escalating tensions with Moscow.
Zelenskyy’s visit coincides with US preparations for a new $375 million military aid package for Ukraine, including patrol boats and additional ammunition for artillery systems. The Ukrainian president’s visit to the US comes at a critical time as the conflict with Russia continues to escalate, and he seeks support from global partners to end the war and bring peace to the region.
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