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The Takeaways From Zelensky's Latest Trip to Washington

Dec 14, 2023 | 21:58 GMT

U.S. President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrive to hold a press conference at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 12, 2023.
U.S. President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrive to hold a press conference at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 12, 2023.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's latest trip to the United States highlights the crumbling political support for Ukraine in the West, which will prevent Kyiv from making significant advances on the battlefield in 2024 and likely ensure Russia keeps its territorial gains, further dimming the prospects of a near-term peace deal. Zelensky arrived in Washington on Dec. 12 to meet with U.S. officials, including President Joe Biden and Senate leaders. During his trip, the Ukrainian president conveyed the need for more U.S. support to continue resisting Russia's invasion, and reportedly communicated his country's military strategy for 2024 and beyond. While Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell praised Zelensky's presentation, he also said it would be ''practically impossible'' to get a new Ukraine support bill through the Senate and the House of Representatives before the end of the year. Meanwhile, Senator Lindsey Graham informed reporters that he told Zelensky ''you've done everything anybody...

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