Zelenskiy Aides Visit US After Ukraine Hits Russian Bridge, Power Grid

Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, is traveling to the United States to seek increased U.S. support amid ongoing conflict with Russia. This visit follows unsuccessful peace talks in Istanbul, where prisoner exchanges were agreed upon but no ceasefire was reached, and highlights Ukraine's push for stronger sanctions against Russia and enhanced defense assistance. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has also indicated plans to discuss economic and defense agreements with the U.S., including a proposed free trade agreement, reflecting Kyiv's efforts to bolster international backing. The conflict continues to cause significant damage, including attacks on strategic infrastructure like the Crimea bridge and power outages affecting hundreds of thousands of people. Meanwhile, Russia maintains a complex stance on peace negotiations, with no immediate resolution expected. President Donald Trump's administration has approved some military aid to Ukraine, including weapons exports and support packages, but no new significant aid packages have been announced since his return to office.