Following a series of high-level meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and French President Emmanuel Macron, a delegation of U.S. senators has issued a stark warning: Russian President Vladimir Putin is “preparing for more war” in Ukraine and potentially beyond. The bipartisan group of senators, who recently visited Europe to discuss security cooperation and military aid, are urging a renewed sense of urgency among Western allies as Russia intensifies its war footing.
The senators, including both Democratic and Republican members of the U.S. Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees, met with Zelenskyy in Kyiv and Macron in Paris as part of their diplomatic tour. Their message upon return to Washington is clear—Russia is not de-escalating, but rather expanding its military preparations, with serious implications for Ukraine and the broader NATO alliance.
“Putin is not backing down. He’s digging in and getting ready for a broader, longer war,” said Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), who described Russia’s latest mobilization efforts, increased defense production, and tactical shifts as “deeply alarming.”
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), also part of the delegation, stressed the need for the U.S. and its allies to expedite military aid and deliver advanced weapons systems. “The Ukrainians are fighting with courage, but they need more support. We cannot allow Putin to outlast the West’s will,” Graham stated.
Zelenskyy reportedly emphasized the urgent need for continued U.S. and European support, particularly in air defense systems, long-range artillery, and financial aid to sustain Ukraine’s resilience against the Russian onslaught. Macron echoed similar concerns, warning that European security itself is at risk if Ukraine falls or if Putin believes the West’s commitment is wavering.
The senators’ warning comes amid growing fears that Russia could escalate its military operations in the coming months, possibly targeting key Ukrainian infrastructure or launching new offensives in eastern and southern regions. Intelligence briefings have also suggested increased Russian troop movements and fortified logistics lines along the front.
Western unity, the senators stressed, is essential. They urged the Biden administration and Congress to approve additional aid packages swiftly and to bolster NATO’s eastern flank in preparation for further destabilization efforts by Moscow.
Meanwhile, Kremlin officials continue to dismiss such claims as Western propaganda. However, the buildup of military activity in Russian-occupied territories and along Ukraine’s border tells a different story—one that suggests this war is far from over.
As Ukraine braces for what could be a critical period in the conflict, Western leaders are being called upon to move beyond rhetoric and toward decisive, unified action. For Putin, the senators warned, hesitation from the West may be seen not as diplomacy—but as opportunity.
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