Ukraine Urges US Senators for Stronger Russia Sanctions Amid Ongoing Conflict

President Trump has expressed frustration over the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, likening the hostility to children fighting who may sometimes need to be left to fight for a while. He has indicated that the US could impose sanctions on both Russia and Ukraine if the violence continues, reflecting a tougher stance on both parties. Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials, including President Zelenskiy's chief of staff Andriy Yermak, have been actively engaging with US lawmakers and officials, emphasizing Ukraine's need for enhanced air defense systems and continued military aid to counter Russian attacks. Yermak and other Ukrainian leaders have urged the US to support stronger sanctions against Russia, highlighting that Russia is circumventing existing sanctions and financing its war effort through oil exports and other means. They also stressed the importance of cutting off Russia's resources to end the war and noted Ukraine's readiness for a ceasefire proposal that Russia has rejected. The Ukrainian delegation reinforced the message that a just peace requires silencing weapons and that US support remains crucial for Ukraine’s defense and recovery efforts.