Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to the White House on Thursday is a crucial opportunity for him to convey his country's war aims to a receptive American president. The details of the 'victory plan' Zelensky intends to present to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are undisclosed, but it is known to emphasize Ukraine's urgent need for additional assistance in countering Russia's invasion.
Zelensky is expected to advocate for both immediate support to combat the ongoing conflict and long-term security guarantees that can withstand changes in American leadership. The plan aims to address growing war weariness among Ukraine's allies and make the case that Ukraine can still achieve victory without ceding Russian-seized territory.