Ukrainian president meets with US governors to appeal for aid

“The only thing we ask for is full support, from air defense systems for cities, weapons for frontline soldiers, support in protecting normal life and reconstruction,” Mr Zelenskyy told US governors.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox (right) welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (left) at the National Governors Association's 2024 summer meeting on July 12. Photo: AP

Mr. Zelenskyy’s call at the National Governors Association summer meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah, showed he was willing to connect with other leaders in the United States to promote aid for his country.

He was greeted with cheers after being introduced by Utah Governor Spencer Cox, a Republican and current chairman of the National Governors Association. Cox and the Ukrainian leader signed a trade agreement between Utah and the Kiev region.

Meanwhile, Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, a Democrat, said several governors from both parties pledged in a closed-door meeting with the Ukrainian leader to urge their states' wealthiest people to provide humanitarian aid.

Mr Zelenskyy's call came days after NATO leaders met in Washington and pledged further support for Ukraine.

This week, NATO members agreed on a new program to provide solid military aid to Ukraine. They also declared that Ukraine was on an “irreversible” path to NATO membership.

However, many Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, remain skeptical and in some cases opposed to continuing military assistance to Ukraine.

Hoai Phuong (according to AP)

Source: https://www.congluan.vn/tong-thong-ukraine-den-gap-cac-thong-doc-my-de-keu-goi-vien-tro-post303316.html