Zelenskyy: Sanctions against Russia send signal to Europe

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that the sanctions against Russia drafted by late Senator Lindsey Graham are an important signal to Europe and a show of support for Ukraine.

Source: Zelenskyy in a comment to journalists following a closed-door meeting with US senators from both parties

Quote: "We're thankful to senators and we're are very thankful for this discussion. The discussion was with details on how to help Ukraine, and we are thankful that this bill puts very important sanctions pressure on Russia. It is very important."

Details: Zelenskyy said sanctions and pressure on Russia are important not only because they restrict Moscow's ability to finance the war.

Quote: "Sanctions pressure on Russia is very important. It's not only about money, how to stop financing this war, but it's also a big signal to Europe, big signal to Ukraine, big support for our people."

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.
• Zelenskyy met with more than 60 US senators.

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