Zelensky's Statement on the Visit to the USA
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a briefing for journalists on October 10, 2025, where he shared the plans of the Ukrainian delegation for the upcoming visit to the USA, discussed the situation on the front, and the needs for protecting critical infrastructure.
During the visit to the USA, our country will open discussions on agreements regarding air defense systems and HIMARS, along with modifications for the ATACMS tactical missiles. This process will be supported by existing bilateral agreements with other countries. The delegation will include the Prime Minister, the Head of the President's Office, and an authorized person for sanctions policy. The agenda will also feature a significant component related to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and the National Security and Defense Council.
'We proposed several strong agreements in the field of defense to America that will benefit our countries, and we need to activate our dialogue with America on this issue,' the president commented.
Protection of Critical Infrastructure
There are 203 strategic facilities in Ukraine that require priority protection through air defense systems, including energy facilities, gas systems, water supply, and other important infrastructure objects.
'Today we reviewed the Strategic Command - these are 203 key objects that need to be protected through air defense systems. This is an important task, but we are working on it. We hope for active support from our partners, which will manifest not only in words but also in actions,' Zelensky emphasized.
During the briefing, President Volodymyr Zelensky shared the plans of the Ukrainian delegation for the upcoming visit to the USA, which includes discussions on defense agreements and important issues regarding the protection of critical infrastructure in Ukraine.