Zelensky In US I Ukraine President Slams Russia Iran Ties
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine addressed a joint meeting of Congress, delivering a speech in English that praised the United States for its support in the Ukraine's war against Russia and requested further aid. Zelensky also spoke out against the Islamic Republic of Iran, stating that it has provided military support to Russia in the conflict. Wearing his signature army green sweatshirt, Zelensky referred to the relationship between Russia and Iran as "one terrorist helping another," and emphasized that Iran's drones pose a threat to Ukraine's critical infrastructure and could potentially harm other allies if action is not taken. Zelensky emphasized that the United States' assistance to Ukraine is not an act of charity, but an investment in global security and democracy.