Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that he has not reviewed the new U.S. strategy on the war in Ukraine that was presented to Congress. However, he expressed a desire to see this document and is willing to do so if U.S. President Joe Biden decides to show it. This was revealed during a joint briefing by Zelensky and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Kyiv.
Billions of Euros in Support for Ukraine
During the same briefing, Zelensky announced significant financial assistance from the EU — 35 billion Euros. This is an extremely important contribution that will help Ukraine stabilize its economy and strengthen its defense capabilities in the fight against Russian aggression.
Successes of the Ukrainian Army in Kursk
In his evening address, the president shared details of an important military operation in the Kursk direction. Ukrainian forces were able to divert around 40,000 Russian troops from Ukrainian territory, significantly weakening Russia’s positions.
“Victory Plan”: Zelensky’s Proposal
Zelensky is preparing a “Victory Plan” consisting of four main points. He plans to present this plan at the UN General Assembly in New York. Key aspects include:
- Continuation of the operation in Kursk to strengthen negotiating positions.
- A request to the West for security guarantees for Ukraine similar to those provided by NATO.
- A call for the provision of modern weapons to Ukraine.
- International financial aid for economic recovery.
What Will Happen If the U.S. Does Not Support the Plan?
Zelensky noted that without the support of the United States, Ukraine may prolong the war for a long time. In his statements, the president emphasizes the importance of receiving security guarantees from the West to avoid dangerous scenarios for Ukraine, such as in the event of Donald Trump winning the US presidential election.
Biden and Trump: what to expect for Ukraine
Zelensky continues to work towards securing Biden’s support and avoiding the danger that a change in the American administration may bring. According to The Times, there are concerns that the future Trump administration may force Ukraine into an unfavorable peace deal with Russia.
War of attrition: is there hope for Ukraine?
Analysts believe that it may be difficult for Ukraine to displace Russian troops from the occupied territories in the near future. However, the main goal is to continue putting pressure on Russia to push them towards negotiations. Negotiations, according to Western diplomats, will be challenging, but they are a necessary step towards ending the war.
