US President Joe Biden will meet with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House on September 26, the White House has said, adding that the latter will also meet with Vice President Kamala Harris, who is running in the presidential election scheduled for November. During the meeting, the leaders will discuss the state of war between Russia and Ukraine, including Kiev’s strategic planning and US support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia amid the ongoing war.
In a statement, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said: “On Thursday, September 26, President Biden will meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine at the White House. Vice President Harris will also meet separately with President Zelenskyy at the White House.”
“The leaders will discuss the status of the war between Russia and Ukraine, including strategic planning for Ukraine and U.S. support for Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression. The President and Vice President will emphasize their unwavering commitment to stand with Ukraine until it prevails in this war,” he added.
In a statement, the Office of the President of Ukraine said: “Next week, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will visit the United States. The President of Ukraine will address the UN General Assembly and meet with representatives of American defense and energy companies and the Ukrainian community. The Head of State will hold bilateral negotiations with leaders of countries and international organizations on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.”
“Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with US President Joe Biden to present him with the Plan for Victory. The President of Ukraine looks forward to discussing the details of this plan, as well as US support for Ukraine in its fight for freedom,” he added.
Zelensky will also meet with representatives of the US Congress, including former President Donald Trump, who is running for office again. It should be noted that the United States has provided assistance to Ukraine since its war with Russia began in 2022. The United States has also imposed sanctions on Russia.
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