Zelensky discussed weapons and sanctions against the Russian Federation with US senators.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with US senators Lindsey Graham (Republican) and Richard Blumenthal. The parties discussed support for Ukraine and sanctions pressure on Russia.

The president reported this on his Telegram channel.

What Zelensky talked about with the senators

The head of state emphasized that the main priority for Ukraine now is strengthening air defense. In particular, according to information from Ukrainian intelligence, Russia intends to deploy a thousand drones during a single attack. Therefore, it is important to enhance protection, especially by investing in interceptor drones.

'We also talked about continuing the supply of weapons from the US and joint production of weapons. We are ready for different formats, including purchasing a large defense package from the United States together with Europe to protect lives,'

Zelensky said.

He also informed that a bill was separately discussed with the senators regarding additional restrictive measures against Russia and those who support it in the war.

'Undoubtedly, this is the very lever that can bring peace closer and make diplomacy not empty,'

the president emphasized.

Furthermore, Zelensky expressed gratitude for the participation of the American side in the reconstruction conference and in the meeting of the coalition of willing countries. Moreover, the head of state stressed that the US joined this format for the first Time.

We remind that on Thursday, President of Ukraine Volodymyr had a meeting with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. They discussed joint weapons production and strengthening Ukrainian air defense.

We also wrote that Zelensky met with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo. They discussed Russian attacks and drone production.

During the meeting with US senators, the President of Ukraine discussed issues of supporting the country and sanctions pressure on Russia. Zelensky emphasized the importance of strengthening air defense and investing in interceptor drones, particularly due to the threat of a thousand drones in case of an attack. They also discussed the continuation of arms supplies, purchasing a defense package together with Europe, bills on restrictive measures against Russia, and US participation in reconstruction conferences. Such meetings indicate the importance of Ukraine's cooperation with other countries to strengthen security and diplomatic initiatives.