Zelensky unveils his ‘victory plan’ in Ukraine’s ;parliament – key takeaways
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On Wednesday, the Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky took to the floor of the Verkhovna Rada to present his highly “Victory Plan” to the lawmakers.
The plan is believed to be a roadmap that could help bring an end to the war by the close of 2025. The plan included the following points:
- Ukraine’s NATO Membership
Zelensky emphasized the importance of Ukraine joining NATO, a move that would bolster the country’s defense capabilities and international alliances. - Strengthening Defense Operations
The president wants to carry on with military operations on Russian territory and expects the allies will help down Russian aircraft. He wants to expand use of drones and missiles in the situation where the allies are lifting restrictions on attacking Russian targets. Key intelligence from allied nations will play a crucial role in these efforts. - Non-Nuclear Deterrence Package
Zelensky spoke about a comprehensive’non-nuclear’ defense package designed to protect Ukraine from further Russian aggression - Boosting Strategic and Economic Power
Ukraine’s economic and strategic potential needs to be strenghtened and more sanctions targeting Russian will help Kyiv to resist and thrive. - Post-War Collaboration with NATO
Once the war ends, Ukraine’s battle-hardened military will help strengthen NATO’s and Europe’s defense. Ukrainian troops could step in for the U.S. troops in some areas, showcasing the country’s role in future security strategies.
The President also said that that the second, third, and fourth points have classified information, which have already been shared with Ukraine’s international partners.
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