Addressing an audience at a German security conference, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the broader international context surrounding the war in Ukraine. He pointed out that the forthcoming United States midterm elections are bound to affect the ongoing military conflict. Alongside his assessment of future developments, the Ukrainian president officially extended his gratitude to the American government for its ongoing backing.
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President Zelenskyy says US elections will impact war in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelenskyy has said that the US midterm elections will impact the ongoing war in his country. The president thanked the United States for its support, while speaking at a security conference in Germany.
Published On 3 Nov 2026
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