President Joe Biden and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky held a joint news conference, marking Zelensky’s first trip outside Ukraine since the Russian invasion began. Biden condemned Putin’s brutal attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure and reiterated unwavering American support for Ukraine. The conference also highlighted the U.S. commitment to providing Ukraine with defensive weapons, including a Patriot missile battery, and additional humanitarian assistance. Zelensky emphasized his gratitude for U.S. support and underscored the importance of a united stand against Russian aggression.
- President Biden and Ukraine’s President Zelensky held a news conference at the White House.
- Zelensky’s visit to Washington D.C. is his first trip outside Ukraine since the Russian invasion started in February.
- Biden condemned Putin’s attacks on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure and stated the U.S. support for Ukraine would continue through 2023.
- The conference marked 300 days since the beginning of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
- The U.S. has rallied allies around the world to stand with Ukraine, imposing sanctions and providing military assistance.
- More than 50 nations have provided Ukraine with military equipment, including tanks, artillery systems, and rocket launchers.
- Biden announced a $1.85 billion security assistance package for Ukraine, including a Patriot missile battery for air defense.
- The total new security and humanitarian assistance for Ukraine amounts to $2.2 billion.
- USAID committed an additional $374 million in humanitarian assistance for Ukraine.
- The U.S. has welcomed over 221,000 Ukrainians seeking refuge since March 2022.
- Zelensky expressed the desire for peace and thanked the U.S. for its support, emphasizing the importance of the fight against tyranny.
- The U.S. and allies are working to hold Russia accountable for war crimes in Ukraine.
- Biden is prepared to sign the Omnibus Bill, which includes $45 billion in additional funding for Ukraine, along with the National Defense Authorization Act to support Ukraine’s defense needs.
- Zelensky and Biden did not discuss potential escalatory actions by Russia in response to the U.S. providing a Patriot missile battery.
- The unity of NATO and the EU has been strengthened in support of Ukraine, contrary to Putin’s intentions.
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