President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a speech in the US Senate that Ukraine will continue to put pressure on Russia next year, so US support is very important. He emphasized the need for long-range weapons and the importance of strengthening air defense. UNN reports this with reference to the OP.
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The President of Ukraine met with the leaders of both parties in the US Senate and senators.
"The President informed the senators about military tasks for the medium term. He emphasized that Ukraine will continue to put pressure on the aggressor next year, so the support of the United States is very important. In particular, the need for long-range weapons was emphasized. They also discussed the importance of strengthening Ukraine's air defense to reduce Russia's air power, protect civilians, critical and grain infrastructure," the report said.
According to Zelenskyy, the defense of Ukrainian cities is extremely important for the return of people, economic growth, and the early achievement of economic independence. The head of state noted that even in the face of war, the Ukrainian economy grew by 5% this year.
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Answering the senators' questions, the President spoke about protecting the alternative "grain corridor" created by Ukraine from Russia's attempts to disrupt civilian shipping and increase traffic.
Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine had fulfilled all its obligations to the International Monetary Fund and the European Commission.
The head of state emphasized that he would continue to resolutely fight corruption and work to significantly strengthen the anti-corruption infrastructure.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer saidthat President Zelenskyy's meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill on Tuesday was "very powerful."