Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left Washington with a sense of accomplishment after meeting with US President Donald Trump. The US Senate overwhelmingly supported continuing the process of imposing new sanctions against countries purchasing Russian oil to fund the war in Ukraine. This marks a shift from Zelenskyy's tense visit to the Oval Office in February 2025, where he clashed with Trump and his aides. This time, Zelenskyy emerged in good spirits, indicating improved political standing for Ukraine in Washington, paralleling military successes on the battlefield. According to Politico, Zelenskyy has achieved what seemed impossible last year—convincing America that Ukraine can win the war against Russia. Proposed legislation would allow Trump to impose sanctions on Russia and countries helping it bypass existing measures, including up to 100% tariffs on goods from nations buying large quantities of Russian oil and gas, primarily China and India. Senator Mike Rounds stated the goal is to bring Putin to the negotiating table. Zelenskyy emphasized that economic pressure could solidify Ukraine's battlefield gains and compel Moscow to negotiate seriously. Republican Senator约翰·
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced view of Zelenskyy's diplomatic efforts and the US legislative actions, citing multiple senators and the proposed legislation without overtly favoring any side. It includes both Zelenskyy's perspective and the views of American politicians.
