During his speech from the podium of the Verkhovna Rada, Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko delivered a strong message emphasizing the importance of military preparedness in countering Russian aggression. He argued that the most effective way to challenge Russian President Vladimir Putin’s narrative is by ensuring Ukraine’s military is well-equipped with Western arms and by prioritizing national resources to strengthen the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Poroshenko highlighted the necessity of sustained support from international allies, particularly the United States, in maintaining Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
He specifically commended the U.S. and the Trump administration for their recent decision to provide Ukraine with new arms packages, noting that such support is vital in the ongoing conflict. Poroshenko’s remarks underscored the strategic importance of securing external military aid and the role of global political alliances in determining the outcome of the war in Ukraine. The speech was well-received by members of the Verkh. He argued that the most effective way to challenge Russian President Vladimir Putin’s narrative is by ensuring Ukraine’s military is well-equipped with Western arms and by prioritizing national resources to strengthen the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Poroshenko highlighted the necessity of sustained support from international allies, particularly the United States, in maintaining Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
He specifically commended the U.S. and the Trump administration for their recent decision to provide Ukraine with new arms packages, noting that such support is vital in the ongoing conflict. Poroshenko’s remarks underscored the strategic importance of securing external military aid and the role of global political alliances in determining the outcome of the war in Ukraine. The speech was well-received by members of the Verkhovna Rada, who acknowledged the critical need for continued military support in the face of Russian advances.