Zelenskyy meets US senators

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met with more than 60 US senators.

Source: Zelenskyy on social media

Quote: "Today in Washington, we had a major meeting with representatives of both parties in the Senate – more than 60 senators were present. Thank you for this support and for your high assessment of the results of our warriors on the front lines and Ukraine's ability to respond justly to Russia for its strikes against our people."

Details: Zelenskyy said that the meeting had covered a wide range of issues, including anti-ballistic defence.

Quote: "It is symbolic that today, as we bid farewell to Senator Lindsey Graham, the Senate held a procedural vote on a bill imposing sanctions against Russia that he had worked so hard on.

It was an honour to be present as the votes were counted – 86 senators supported the bill. This is the first step toward implementing Lindsey's plans, and certainly a step toward peace. It is important that this tool works."

Details: Zelenskyy thanked the US and both political parties for their continued support.

Background: The US Senate on 28 July approved a procedural vote to advance a sanctions bill targeting Russia and Iran, which was drafted by the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham.

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