Zelenskyy on Graham sanctions bill passage in US: it, along with other steps, can stop this war
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked American lawmakers for passing the late U.S.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to American lawmakers for passing the late Senator Lindsey Graham's sanctions bill against Russia. He believes that this, along with other steps taken by allies, could force Russia to cease its ongoing war efforts. Zelenskyy emphasized that strong sanctions are vital for achieving peace, and in particular, joint diplomatic efforts with the United States, Europe, and other friends must succeed.
The Ukrainian leader conveyed his thanks to House of Representatives members, senators, and U.S. Congress leaders for their support of the bill. He pointed out that it was significant that the U.S. House's approval of the sanctions bill aligned with the timing of another Russian attack on Ukraine, causing damage to civilian infrastructure in several regions, including energy facilities in Sumy and Odesa, and residential buildings in Kyiv and Odesa.
Over ten people were injured, with some hospitalized, and numerous fires broke out in affected communities. The U.S. House of Representatives approved the 2026 bill, which imposes sanctions and potential tariffs on Russia due to the Ukraine war, and now awaits President Trump's signature.
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