Zelenski hopes US Democratic victory will increase aid to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski said he hopes the Democratic victory in the US congressional elections will bring more military and financial aid to Kyiv. He made the remarks in an interview with German television channel ZDF.

Zelenski noted that Democrats clearly express support for Ukraine and assistance to the country. He said they speak about renewing ties between the United States and Europe.

“If Congress speaks now about strong financial support or military assistance, as Europe demonstrates today, then this will be a positive thing that will have an impact on Putin.”

The Ukrainian leader added that stronger US engagement, both financial and military, could influence the Kremlin's calculations regarding the continuation of the war. He expressed hope that the new US Congress would adopt a position similar to that of European states.

Zelenski said that if Congress speaks about strong financial support or military assistance, as Europe demonstrates today, it would be a positive thing that would have an impact on Vladimir Putin.

According to Zelenski, the United States owes Kyiv 16 billion dollars that were not provided under previous agreements. He said Ukraine is grateful for everything provided so far, but at least for this money Ukraine must fight.

Democrats are expected to take their new mandates in the Senate and House of Representatives at the beginning of 2027. The war launched by Russia has already lasted more than four and a half years.