WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 12 (Reuters) -- Zelenskyy Zelenskyy of Ukraine is visiting the United States for the third time since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with the main purpose of seeking approval from the U.S. Congress for aid allocations to Ukraine. On the same day, Joe Biden of the United States announced an additional $200 million in military aid to Ukraine.
Zelensky's visit has attracted widespread attention from the international community. This is his third visit to the United States since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and it is also an important step for him to seek assistance from the US Congress. He hopes that through this visit, he will be able to get more support and help in dealing with Russia's military operation.
During the visit, Zelensky held talks with the leaders of both houses of the US Congress and delivered a speech. He thanked the United States for its support and assistance to Ukraine and emphasized Ukraine's determination and efforts to safeguard its security and territorial integrity. He also called on the US Congress to continue to support Ukraine and provide more aid and funding.
At the same time, Zelensky also briefed the US Congress on the situation and needs of Ukraine on the battlefield. He said that Ukraine has taken a series of measures to strengthen its own defense capabilities, including strengthening the training and equipment of the army, improving the combat capability of the army, etc. He also stressed Ukraine's determination and efforts to preserve its own security and territorial integrity.
During Zelenskyy's visit, Joe Biden of the United States also announced the decision to send an additional $200 million in military aid to Ukraine. This is the largest amount of military aid provided by the United States to Ukraine since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This fund will be used to support the construction and development of Ukraine's army, as well as to provide ** equipment and logistical support, etc.
In addition, the U.S. Senate voted 49-51 last week to reject an appropriations bill containing $61 billion in aid to Ukraine. This suggests that the US Congress is divided and contentious over its assistance to Ukraine. However, the White House warned that Ukraine could run out of all ** stocks by the end of the year, suggesting that the military situation in Ukraine remains very serious.
Zelensky's visit and the U.S. decision to aid once again demonstrate the international community's support and concern for Ukraine. At the same time, it also demonstrates Ukraine's determination and efforts to safeguard its own security and territorial integrity. We hope that all parties will continue to strengthen cooperation, promote the peaceful settlement of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and contribute to regional peace and stability.
In conclusion, Zelensky's visit and the decision of the United States to assist are important manifestations of the international community's support and concern for Ukraine. We hope that all parties will continue to strengthen cooperation, promote the peaceful settlement of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and contribute to regional peace and stability. At the same time, we also hope that Ukraine will continue to strengthen its own defense capability and make greater efforts to safeguard its security and territorial integrity.