Zelensky requests additional aid during surprise visit to U.K.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the U.K. Parliament.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a surprise visit to the United Kingdom on Wednesday. While there, he met with national leaders and addressed Parliament to ask for further assistance in helping secure victory over Russia.

Speaking to both houses of Parliament, Zelensky told lawmakers that "freedom will win — we know Russia will lose," per BBC News, adding that the U.K. could help Ukraine secure "the most important victory of our lifetime" by providing the country with additional jet fighters and weapons.

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Justin Klawans, The Week US

 Justin Klawans has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022. He began his career covering local news before joining Newsweek as a breaking news reporter, where he wrote about politics, national and global affairs, business, crime, sports, film, television and other Hollywood news. Justin has also freelanced for outlets including Collider and United Press International.