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Target: President Donald Trump, U.S. Congress, and the U.S. Department of State
Goal: Urge President Trump and U.S. policymakers to commit to strong security guarantees for Ukraine, reinforce international alliances, and prioritize peace and justice in negotiations.
Ukraine continues to face grave threats to its sovereignty and the safety of its people due to ongoing Russian military aggression. As President Zelenskyy meets with President Trump and key European and NATO allies, the need for robust U.S. security guarantees and unwavering international solidarity has never been greater.
Excluding Ukraine from critical diplomatic summits undermines the principles of self-determination and international cooperation. We call on U.S. leaders to listen to the voices of Ukrainians and their allies, and to reject any deals that compromise Ukraine’s territorial integrity or human rights.
Now is the time to strengthen alliances, uphold democratic values, and ensure that peace negotiations do not come at the expense of justice. The United States must stand firmly with Ukraine and its European partners.