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Zelenskyy: U.S. Security Deal Ready Amid Russian Strikes

1/26/2026

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Zelenskyy Secures U.S. Guarantees

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine's president, said the U.S. security guarantees document is 100% ready after trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi.
Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine's stance against territorial concessions.
He emphasized that American oversight is needed in any peace agreement.
Russia launched missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing major damage and power outages.
Poland is sending hundreds of generators to Ukraine to help citizens endure winter.

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Zelensky Strengthens Cooperation

On January 25, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda in Vilnius to discuss Ukraine's energy system and military cooperation.
Zelensky outlined Lithuania's plan to provide nearly 100 generators to Ukrainian cities.
Zelensky and Nauseda stressed unity among Poland, Ukraine, and Lithuania, contrasting Belarus's dependence on Moscow.
Zelensky noted Belarusian territory is used by Russian forces to attack Ukraine.

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Historical Context

The U.S. has supported Ukraine since Russia's invasion began on February 24, 2022, pledging over $19 billion in military aid to bolster its defense. This commitment reflects ongoing tensions stemming from Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 and Ukraine's pursuit of NATO membership, highlighting the complex geopolitical landscape in Eastern Europe and the struggle against Russian expansionism.

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Zelenskyy Secures U.S. Guarantees

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine's president, said the U.S. security guarantees document is 100% ready after trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi.
Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine's stance against territorial concessions.
He emphasized that American oversight is needed in any peace agreement.
Russia launched missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing major damage and power outages.
Poland is sending hundreds of generators to Ukraine to help citizens endure winter.

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