Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,

Core Impact Points

• Ukraine's relationship with the US has improved, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy having two phone calls and three meetings with President Trump in the past six weeks.
• Ukraine now provides regular updates on its military situation and has been able to combat a prior narrative that Russia was winning the war.
• Plans to produce Patriot interceptors in Ukraine are progressing, with current estimates ranging from 12 months to five years.
• The Ukrainian ambassador credits recent personnel shuffles at the State Department and White House for the improved relationship.
• Stefanishyna also discussed the potential impact of a bill proposed by Sen. Lindsey Graham, which would impose new tariffs on those who buy oil from Russia and more sanctions.
• The ambassador expressed hope that Congress will enact the bill, which she believes would have a 'devastating effect' on Russia and disincentivize its enablers.