Slow Decision-Making Hurts Ukraine’s Defense Efforts
President Zelenskiy has criticized Western allies for their slow military support, urging faster action to aid Ukraine’s defenses against Russia.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg arrive for a press conference, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, April 29, 2024.

Call for More Direct Involvement
Zelenskiy pushes for Western nations to help intercept Russian missiles and allow Ukraine to use Western weapons against Russian forces near the border.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg attend a press conference, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, April 29, 2024.

Escalation Concerns Amid Growing Pressure
Zelenskiy acknowledged that his allies fear escalating the conflict, but emphasized the urgent need for stronger support to counter Russian advances.

Servicemen of Ukraine’s presidential guard stand at the fringes of a press conference of Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, April 29, 2024.

Ukraine’s Air Defense Needs
Highlighting the importance of air defenses, Zelenskiy stated Ukraine needs more aircraft to combat Russian attacks and suggested NATO could assist in intercepting missiles.

International Talks and Future Strategies
Zelenskiy emphasized the importance of upcoming international talks aimed at unifying global opinion against Russia, while stressing the need for continued military support regardless of political changes in the US.