Ukrainian President Zelensky addressed Congress during a historic visit to Washington on Wednesday
as he seeks military and economic support from his top international partner to counter Russian attacks.
Zelensky entered the chamber at around 7:36 pm E.T. and greeted Vice President Kamala Harris and Speaker Nancy Pelosi. “Members of Congress, I have the high privilege and distinct honor of presenting to youZelensky stood in front of the chamber in a simple green sweater and pants as members of Congress gave him a two-minute standing ovation. In his speech, he thanked his allies for the support and underscored the victories made so far, while also looking to strengthen sanctions against Russia.
“Against all odds and doom and gloom, Ukraine didn’t fall. Ukraine is alive and kicking,” said the Ukrainian president at the beginning of his address, thanking those present. “The Russian tyranny has lost control over.” “Russians will stand a chance to be free only when they defeat the Kremlin in their minds. Yet, the battle continues… The struggle will define what world our children will live [in],” Zelensky continued. “This battle cannot be frozen or postponed, or ignored, hoping the ocean or something else will provide protection. The world is too interconnected and interdependent to allow someone to stay aside and at the same time feel safe when such a battle continues.
During his address, Zelensky spoke directly to the American people and emphasized the need for additional U.S. support. “Financial assistance is also critically important… Your money is not charity, it’s an investment in the global security that we handle in the most responsible way. Russia could stop its aggression if it wanted to, but you can speed up our victory,” he said. “Let the world see that the United States are here.
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