Ukrainian delegation leaves for the US: air defense, energy and sanctions on the agenda
13 October 16:54
A Ukrainian delegation headed by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov has left for Washington for a series of talks with the United States.
The head of the Presidential Office, Andriy Yermak, said that the week would be “intense and difficult,” "Komersant Ukrainian" reports.
“The agenda includes specific goals announced by the president: strengthening air defense, strike capabilities, energy stability and new sanctions pressure on the aggressor,” Yermak said.
Topics of the talks
- Defense – the priority remains the expansion of the Ukrainian air defense system and the supply of modern weapons to the Armed Forces.
- Energy – Ukraine is preparing for the winter, discussing with partners technical assistance to restore and protect energy infrastructure.
- Sanctions policy – Kyiv is seeking to coordinate a new package of restrictions against Russia, particularly in the financial and technological spheres.
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Preliminary contacts with the US
Last week, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new round of talks in the United States. A few days before the Ukrainian delegation ‘s departure, he spoke twice on the phone with President Donald Trump.
After these conversations, the White House chief confirmed that he had discussed defense support and “possible new steps to achieve peace” with Zelenskyy.
Why it matters
These talks could be crucial for the continuation of US military and financial assistance to Ukraine in 2026.
Against the backdrop of a new administration in Washington, Kyiv is trying to preserve its strategic partnership and convince its allies to support Ukraine until a sustainable peace is achieved.
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