Joe Biden 'thrilled' to host Volodymyr Zelenskiy at White House
Washington/UNI: US President Joe Biden said he is "thrilled" to welcome Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the White House later on Wednesday.
"I hope you’re having a good flight, Volodymyr. I’m thrilled to have you here. Much to discuss," Biden tweeted.
I hope you’re having a good flight, Volodymyr. I’m thrilled to have you here. Much to discuss. https://t.co/SsRdsAnSDb
— President Biden (@POTUS) December 21, 2022
The two leaders will discuss a range of topics, including battlefield strategy in Ukraine, energy, and sanctions against Russia, among other matters, a senior US official told reporters.
The US president is also expected to announce a new $2 billion security assistance package that will include a Patriot air defense system, the official said.
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