Zelenskiy Says Ukraine Ready to Pay for New US War Aid

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the nation is willing to buy the next tranche of military assistance from the US while it still awaits a reply from the White House on the prospects of it sending vital future war-aid lifelines.

Ukraine has requested aid from Washington worth $30 billion to $50 billion, and it’s willing to pay for it — either directly to US or as a contribution to the joint mineral deal fund which is yet to be created, Zelenskiy told reporters on Wednesday in the capital Kyiv.

“We did not ask for next package free of charge,” Zelenskiy said.

US President Donald Trump is pushing Ukraine for a deal to share future profits from Ukrainian minerals, which he sees as compensation for the tens of billions of dollars in assistance given to the nation since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion three years ago. Kyiv seeks a larger US investment as part of any agreement amid concerns that giving Washington vast privileges could complicate its bid to join the European Union.

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[jessamynfinneran]

As an American, I wish all the Ukrainian people safety and a strong and free future. ❤️

[susanspiegel]

Sending love and prayers to you and your people…❤🙏🏻🙏🏻

[Liveasamom]

I’m with Ukraine and so is my country Denmark we understand the situation . You deserve all the help you need both becaurse its the right thing to do and becaurse the pease worldsitustion depends on it. Russia can get away with it and ukrainean and other lives are too valuable to be sacrificed for Russia. They can’t be allowed to do this. I have the greatest respect for Ukraine it’s people and you president zelinsky. You are worth fighting for in every possible way. Guys like Putin must not win. Slava ukraini!!

[jimfix]

God bless you, my friend. It's hard but what they did to you. And keep your chin up. You're a Warrior and a brave man. I commend your bravery to everybody.
Americans are still with you, no matter what the presidential office says way the people.

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Do what you got to do to save your people my 🙏 are with you 🇺🇲

[elygarza]

As an American, I wish a president like you, you put your country first, no personals dreams.

[janearebalos]

From Texas here, I stand with Ukraine and their ppl, I feel awful for the way DT and JDV talked to President Zelenski, and treated him so wrong!! I'm ashamed of those two and that inexperienced Administration, that was thrown together! DT and JDV treated President Zelenski very wrong and owe him an

[cindyadkins]

God bless you, President Zelensky and your family and all of your countrymen and women. Praying for miracles to end this war.

[M.Godfrey]

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[buddycheck]

Slava Ukraine.! There are YouTube news channels over in Europe that tell us you are defending Ukraine valiantly.! Keep going. Don't stop. Under no circumstances give Trump any concessions.

[pennybarcena]

Stay strong ❤ I am from USA and we are so sorry

[MoniqueMcpherson-dx]

As a Canadian, Mr. Zelenskyy I which for all your country and its people that this war is over soon. You are a very brave man, Canadians loves you. Stay safe.

[paulezay]

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[amuller]

Dear president Zelensky. You are right! Air defense, air protection is most important. Stay safe!!🙏🏻Stay strong💪🏻God bless Ukraine. 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦With love from The Netherlands.❤🇱🇺

[kristilynarredondo]

My prayers are that you receive what you need to protect your country. Russia won't stop until they get thru to Israel. they will try to come thru you. You are a valiant President! my prayers are with you

[Horsecatcher]

You kick azz Mr president. I hope you get putin himself real soon

[vladimirvucetic]

I hope Ukraine has peace. Also to stay away from corrupt politicians and warmongers, and to be more caring for its own citizens.

[gailhall]

Great respect to you, President Zelenskiy. 👏 I wonder how Trump will wiggle out of this one. Stand strong, sir. Victory to Ukraine! 🇺🇦

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Take Care Pres. Zelenzky God bkess and shield you from harmed in Jesus name amen❤ frm.Phils.