Zelensky complains Iran is taking priority over Ukraine for US
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky lamented during a Wednesday press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that his country’s war with Russia is no longer top of mind for U.S. officials.
TL;DR
- Zelensky stated Iran is the No. 1 issue for the U.S., with Ukraine now secondary.
- He expressed a desire for direct negotiations with Putin to end the war.
- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte issued a warning to Russian recruits about substandard equipment and high mortality rates.
- A bill authorizing defense aid and loans to Ukraine faces an uncertain future in the U.S. Senate.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted that prospects for a negotiated settlement between Ukraine and Russia 'don’t look great'.