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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Joe Biden at the White House on Wednesday, his first known trip outside of Ukraine since Russia invaded about 10 months ago.that the United States would stay with Ukraine "as long as it takes" as the country enters what promises to be a brutal winter of war.
"The battle continues," Zelenskyy said, saying that the battle is not only for territory in Ukraine or in other parts of Europe. He said that the Russian people would also have a chance at freedom, but"only when they defeat the Kremlin in their minds."'It's too much for me': Zelenskyy begins speech by thanking U.S.Zelenskyy began his remarks before a joint meeting of Congress at 7:40 p.m. ET, by thanking the U.S. for helping Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
Zelenskyy thanked"all those who value freedom and justice, who cherish it as strongly as we Ukrainians." He said,"I hope my words of respect and gratitude resonate in each American heart.""Ukraine is alive and kicking," Zelenskyy said.GOP Rep. Massie signals he won't attend Zelenskyy's speech to Congress
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