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Following the NATO summit in Washington DC, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on Western allies to provide additional military support for Ukraine to counter Russia’s military effectively.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine needs “25 Patriot air defense systems to fully defend its airspace and protect the entire country from Russian missile attacks.” He also urged Western partners to increase the number of F-16 warplanes beyond the current pledges, noting that the current provisions “won’t, on their own, be a game-changer in the war” due to the size of the Russian air force.

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Zelenskyy commented on the six-month delay in US military assistance, arguing that it was “the biggest single contributor” to Ukraine’s loss of territory on the front line. Following the resumption of US military aid, Ukraine has still been struggling to regain territory, especially as Russia initiated a new push near Kharkiv.
Zelenskyy agreed with some world leaders that Russian officials should attend the second international peace summit aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. In the past, Russian officials did not attend, claiming they were not invited, while some Western leaders argued that Russia made “ridiculous demands.”
Zelenskyy hinted at a potential reshuffle within his government. During the interview, he said, “We are discussing various changes with some ministers,” and noted the challenges in mobilizing more troops.
Zelenskyy said he was prepared to work with former President Donald Trump if he wins the November elections.