Zelensky is facing 'questions' from sceptics in Washington (Andrew Caballero-Reynolds)
AFP: Diplomatic challenges multiply for Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky, who once enjoyed enthusiastic support from his allies in the defence of Ukraine, is encountering more diplomatic setbacks than at any point since Russia's 2022 invasion.
Zelensky went to the US Congress on Thursday to face sceptical Republicans threatening to cut off massive aid for his country's fight against Russia and to reassure his American backers that Ukraine can win.
The United States has spearheaded Western support for Ukraine, with Congress having approved more than $100 billion in aid, including $43 billion in weaponry.
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WNU Editor: The mood on supporting the war in the US is changing .... Zelensky’s mixed reception in Washington may be a taste of political storm to come (CNN).
On one hand Ukraine has the full support of Senators like Senator Chuck Schumer .... Schumer: Zelensky says Ukraine will lose war without aid (The Hill). But on the other hand there are some who want this aid to stop .... Paul will hold up any spending stopgap that includes Ukraine funding (The Hill). More here .... Putting Ukraine before America is ‘irresponsible’: Sen. Rand Paul (FOX News).