President Zelensky described the talks as productive, focusing on boosting Ukraine’s air defenses, exploring joint production and procurement of defensive weapons with European allies, and discussing additional sanctions against Russia and its supporters.
“We discussed the path to peace and what we can practically do together to bring it closer. This includes strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, joint production, and procurement of defense weapons in collaboration with Europe. And of course, sanctions against Russia and those who help it. We hope for U.S. leadership, as it is clear that Moscow will not stop unless its unreasonable ambitions are curbed through strength,” Zelensky wrote on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
Ukraine and US discuss military aid during Kellogg’s visit to Kyiv
President Zelensky also expressed gratitude to former President Donald Trump for his “important signals of support” and for decisions made during his administration to restart military assistance to Ukraine.
“ thank Keith Kellogg for this visit to Ukraine. I am grateful to President Trump for the important signals of support and the positive decisions for both our countries. We deeply value the support of the American people,” Zelensky added.
US Special Envoy for Ukraine, General Keith Kellogg (R), arrived in Ukraine to meet with senior Ukrainian officials amid the ongoing Russian invasion. Photo: PRESIDENTIAL PRESS SERVICE OF UKRAINE/PAP/EPA
Washington is preparing a new aid package for Kyiv, expected to include advanced air defense systems. European countries are set to contribute significantly to financing the supply of U.S.-made military equipment as part of broader international efforts to support Ukraine.
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Source: IAR/X/@ZelenskyyUa