On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with a bipartisan delegation of the United States Congress, in particular, members of the Senate Ben Cardin, Dan Sullivan, Christopher Murphy and member of the House of Representatives Gregory Meeks were present at the meeting, the press service of the President's Office reports.

"We are grateful to both parties and both chambers of the U.S. Congress, as well as to President Biden, for the support. And, of course, we are here to thank your people," said the President.

He provided a detailed update on the situation on the frontline, the course of the operation in Kursk region, the needs of Ukrainian warriors, and the importance of timely delivery of defense packages. Special attention was paid to the Victory Plan, which Volodymyr Zelenskyy will present to President Joseph Biden, the U.S. Congress, and both presidential candidates this week.

"This is a very specific plan on how to strengthen Ukraine without any decisions or pressure from Russia. This plan does not depend on any decisions made by Putin," the President added.

The meeting also covered prospects for reconstruction projects. With winter approaching, strengthening Ukraine’s energy system is one of the key priorities. Additionally, Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of tightening sanctions against Russia.