Zelenskyy says Nato should let Ukraine join to ‘make all of us stronger’
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked NATO to let Ukraine join the alliance, saying Ukraine has built strong defenses during its fight against Russia. He explained Ukraine needs European help to create missile defenses similar to the US Patriot system to protect against attacks.Key Facts
- Zelenskyy spoke at NATO’s defence industry forum asking for Ukraine’s membership in NATO.
- He said Ukraine has developed almost all weapons it needs but requires help to build missile defenses.
- Ukraine is in its fifth year of war with Russia, with fighting slowing down but ongoing.
- NATO allies, including the US, are hesitant to admit Ukraine while it is still at war with Russia.
- Zelenskyy highlighted a recent Ukrainian drone strike deep inside Russia, showing new offensive capabilities.
- Ukraine has increased its success in intercepting some drones but struggles to stop Russian ballistic missile attacks.
- Kyiv was hit by 23 missile strikes recently, causing casualties, with limited missile defense due to a lack of US Patriots.
- President Donald Trump plans to meet Zelenskyy and Russian President Putin, raising hopes for renewed peace talks.
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