Zelensky: Ukraine Has Not Received $16 Billion in Previously Agreed US Aid
Ukraine has not received $16 billion in previously agreed US assistance, Zelensky said. He called for continued efforts to secure the outstanding funds and negotiate new American defense support.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that his nation has not received the $16 billion in US aid that was previously agreed upon. Speaking to Ukrainian broadcaster TSN, Zelensky emphasized the need for the country to persistently push for additional US defense support, regardless of international perceptions. He stressed the importance of strengthening Ukraine's defenses as long as the full-scale Russian war persists.
Zelensky urged Kyiv to adjust its approach to Washington in light of recent changes in the US political landscape and consolidate the bipartisan support already existing. He called for the restructuring of dialogue to better structure the conversation, given the shifting power dynamics. Zelensky also stressed that Ukraine must raise the issue of the withheld 16 billion dollars, despite gratitude for the aid already provided.
He acknowledged that Ukraine's demands in this area might cause irritation in Washington but emphasized that Ukraine cannot remain silent. European leaders had advised against apologizing for the request for military assistance, underscoring the urgency of securing this crucial support for Ukraine's defense.
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