Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will provide a virtual address to the United States Congress Wednesday as his nation has a hard time expelling Russian forces from its borders. The speech was confirmed by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer Monday, launching a joint statement that read: “Congress remains unwavering in our commitment to supporting Ukraine as they face Putin’s cruel and diabolical aggression, and to passing legislation to cripple and isolate the Russian economy as well as deliver humanitarian, security and economic assistance to Ukraine.”
BREAKING: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will deliver a virtual address to Congress on Wednesday. https://t.co/uhEgbyAlw9
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“The Congress, our country and the world are in awe of the people of Ukraine, who have shown extraordinary courage, resilience and determination in the face of Russia’s unprovoked, vicious, and illegal war,” the Democratic leaders wrote. “As war rages on in Ukraine, it is with great respect and admiration for the Ukrainian people that we invite all Members of the House and Senate to attend a Virtual Address to the United States Congress delivered by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine on Wednesday, March 16th at 9:00 a.m.”
Notably, ONLY members of Congress are invited to hear Zelenskyy speak and the contents of his presentation are not set to be made public.
According to CBS, “Zelensky previously addressed members of Congress in a Zoom call earlier in March, in which he pleaded with lawmakers to provide Ukraine with more fighter jets and military support.
Last week, Congress approved and President Biden signed a $13.6 billion aid package for Ukraine — more than the White House requested — as the country tries to fend off invading Russian troops. Mr. Biden also announced a ban on the import of all Russian oil and gas, in addition to punishing sanctions issued earlier in the war meant to devastate the Russian economy.”
Zelenskyy has formerly dealt with European leaders in Brussels and British Members of Parliament in London, requesting for more assistance and military equipment to defeat Russian forces. According to the United Nations, at least 2,000 Ukrainian soldiers and 6,000 Russian troops have actually been eliminated considering that battling started on Oct. 24. This is a developing story. Return for updates.
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