Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a substantive conversation with U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg. Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Keith Kellogg for participating in the Ukraine Recovery Conference, where the General leads the U.S. delegation.

They discussed weapons supplies and strengthening air defense. Given the increase in Russian attacks, this remains one of our top priorities. They also covered the purchase of American weapons, joint defense manufacturing, and localization efforts in Ukraine.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keith Kellogg focused in detail on sanctions pressure. We understand the need for tougher restrictions on Russian energy, especially secondary sanctions targeting buyers of Russian oil. We are hopeful for progress on the bill proposed by Senators Graham and Blumenthal in the U.S. Congress. This could certainly make Russia give greater thought to peace.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked President Trump, both parties, and all American people for their support and assistance. We sincerely value the friendship between our nations.