Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s warns that Western hesitancy in providing aid to Ukraine strengthens Russian President Vladimir Putin’s position. Zelensky emphasizes that Putin’s ambitions extend beyond Ukraine and could threaten other neighboring countries. He highlights the urgent need for modern air-defense systems in Ukraine, especially given recent intensified aerial attacks by Russia.
Zelensky’s remarks were made during his tour of the Baltic states, where he sought to strengthen support among Western allies. The article also mentions the challenges in securing aid, such as the EU aid package being stalled and the US Congress’s divided stance on additional aid. Despite these challenges, Baltic states have shown strong support for Ukraine, with Lithuania being a significant donor relative to its GDP, and other Baltic nations also committing substantial support.
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