Russian President Vladimir Putin jokingly stated that Moscow was supporting Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov clarified that Putin’s comment was made in jest and that he often jokes in his statements and interviews. Lavrov also mentioned that there would be no long-term differences in Russia’s attitude towards the U.S. election, as he believes the country is controlled by the ‘deep state.’
On the other hand, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to present Kyiv’s “victory plan” in the war against Russia during his upcoming trip to the United States. He hopes to meet with former President Donald Trump, as well as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Zelenskyy aims to gain more support from the U.S. to strengthen Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, seeking military, economic, and diplomatic assistance.
Zelenskyy’s plan focuses on forcing Russia to end the war through diplomatic means and calls for quick decisions by key allies from October to December this year. Despite Russian forces making steady advances in eastern Ukraine, Zelenskyy remains committed to achieving a ‘just peace’ and rules out freezing the war. He believes that postponing the conflict would only encourage further Russian aggression. The Ukrainian leader will also push for the lifting of restrictions on long-range missile strikes inside Russia during his meetings with U.S. officials.
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