Washington — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will ship a digital tackle to members of Congress on Wednesday as he continues to induce the West to ship fighter jets and extra weapons to assist his forces defend towards Russian aggression.
Home Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Chief Chuck Schumer introduced his upcoming tackle in a letter to members of the Home and Senate on Monday. Pelosi and Schumer stated Congress "stays unwavering in our dedication to supporting Ukraine as they face Putin's merciless and diabolical aggression, and to passing laws to cripple and isolate the Russian economic system in addition to ship humanitarian, safety and financial help to Ukraine."
"The Congress, our nation and the world are in awe of the individuals of Ukraine, who've proven extraordinary braveness, resilience and dedication within the face of Russia's unprovoked, vicious, and unlawful conflict," the Democratic leaders wrote. "As conflict rages on in Ukraine, it's with nice respect and admiration for the Ukrainian people who we invite all Members of the Home and Senate to attend a Digital Tackle to the USA Congress delivered by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine on Wednesday, March sixteenth at 9:00 a.m."
The Ukrainian chief has pleaded for the U.S. and its NATO allies to determine a no-fly zone over Ukraine because the Russian invasion enters its third week. However Western leaders have resisted his calls, fearing a broader battle in Europe. Russia launched a missile strike towards a Ukrainian navy base within the west of the nation on Sunday close to the border with Poland, a NATO member.
Zelensky beforehand addressed members of Congress in a Zoom name earlier in March, wherein he pleaded with lawmakers to supply Ukraine with extra fighter jets and navy help.
Final week, Congress authorized and President Biden signed a $13.6 billion help bundle for Ukraine — greater than the White Home requested — because the nation tries to fend off invading Russian troops. Mr. Biden additionally introduced a ban on the import of all Russian oil and fuel, along with punishing sanctions issued earlier within the conflict meant to devastate the Russian economic system.
Zelensky has inspired Ukrainians to step up their struggle towards the Russian invaders, as Russian forces are closing in on Kyiv. One other spherical of direct talks between Ukrainian and Russian officers was underway on Monday.
Weijia Jiang contributed to this report.