Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that “against all odds” Ukraine still stands, as he paid a defiant wartime visit to Washington to thank US leaders and “ordinary Americans” for their support in fighting off Russia’s invasion.
During his visit, Sunak informed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the UK will provide an air defence package for Ukraine, including 125 anti-aircraft guns and technology.
U.S. President Joe Biden has warned that global hunger could increase because of Russia’s suspension of a U.N.-brokered deal to allow safe passage for ships carrying Ukrainian grain.
The Russian offensive has largely bogged down as Ukrainian forces increasingly target key facilities far behind the front lines, including in Russia-occupied Crimea.