Zelensky: Ukraine must fight for $16B in suspended US aid
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes that following the U.S. elections, Ukraine should seek to secure $16 billion in aid from the United States that was previously suspended.
During a summit attended by Latin American leaders, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for assistance in repairing Ukraine's power grid, which has been damaged by Russian strikes. The President requested transformers, power cables, generators, and electronic equipment from potential suppliers such as Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia, as well as Spain, which could provide electrical equipment and generators.
Zelensky emphasized the necessity of receiving compatible equipment that aligns with Ukraine's electricity grid and urged governments to establish direct connections with manufacturers to hasten deliveries. At the summit, Zelensky engaged in discussions with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and participated in talks alongside Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Honduran President Nasry Asfura, and other world leaders.
He also met Spain's King Felipe VI at the Zarzuela Palace, where he received a warm welcome alongside Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles. Zelensky's plea highlighted the significance of international cooperation in rebuilding Ukraine's energy infrastructure, which has been severely impacted by ongoing Russian attacks. He stressed that achieving this goal required not just global support but also swift access to specialized equipment.
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