Overview
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a video call with Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal to discuss a new sanctions package targeting Russia.
- He briefed the senators on sustained Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and said air-defense missiles remain the top priority.
- The parties reviewed the current state of a bipartisan sanctions bill that Zelenskyy said could significantly affect Russia and its backers.
- Zelenskyy reported progress with President Trump's team, saying they are very close to completing the relevant documents.
- Graham has recently said Trump gave a green light to sanctions legislation, with media reports noting Trump may insist on retaining authority over implementation.