Vice President Kamala Harris met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington, denouncing any suggestion that Ukraine should give up territory to Russia to end the ongoing war. Former President Donald Trump claimed he could make a deal between the two countries, but did not disclose details. Zelenskyy also met with President Joe Biden, discussing Ukraine’s requests for support in the conflict.
Zelenskyy visited Capitol Hill, meeting with lawmakers and facing criticism from Rep. Mike Johnson for participating in a tour in Pennsylvania, deemed by Republicans as election interference. Lawmakers expressed support for Ukraine’s efforts to use long-range missiles to target Russian military assets. President Biden announced the release of $7.9 billion in aid to Ukraine, with expectations of more assistance in the future.
Despite tensions and controversies surrounding Zelenskyy’s visit, lawmakers and officials showed overall support for Ukraine’s goals in the conflict. Trump, although facing impeachment in the past over Ukraine-related issues, received praise from some lawmakers for approving a 2017 sale of U.S. weapons to Ukraine. The ongoing war in Ukraine remains a key concern for the international community, with the U.S. allocating significant funds to support the country’s defense efforts.
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