Zelensky: Ukraine must adapt to new US political realities

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine must adapt to new US political realities to build dialogue and secure more foreign aid, prioritizing enhanced air defense against Russian attacks. Zelensky stressed that securing Patriot missile supplies is the country's number one priority, warning that failure to resolve this issue would make the situation very difficult. He also mentioned recovering $16 billion in promised but undelivered US assistance. The comments follow US midterm elections that gave Democrats control of Congress. US-led talks with Ukraine and Russia are set to continue next week in Abu Dhabi, while Washington recently approved a $2.1 billion Patriot missile sale with deliveries expected in the early 2030s.