US Welcomes President Yoon's Visit to Ukraine

The U.S. government expressed its "welcome" stance on June 17 (local time) regarding President Yoon Suk-yeol's visit to Ukraine and his pledge of support.

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Matthew Miller, spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State, was asked to evaluate President Yoon's visit to Ukraine during a briefing that day and said, "We welcome President Yoon's expression of support."

He added, "We have always believed it is important for other foreign leaders to visit Ukraine, engage directly with President Zelensky and other members of the Ukrainian government, and witness the damage inflicted by Russia," emphasizing, "We urge all countries around the world to join us in supporting Ukraine."

Earlier, on the 15th, President Yoon made a sudden visit to Ukraine and agreed with Volodymyr Zelensky on the implementation of the 'Ukraine Peace Solidarity Initiative.' This program encompasses security support for Ukraine, humanitarian and financial aid, and cooperation in reconstruction.

Spokesperson Miller also addressed China and Russia's lack of cooperation in condemning North Korea during the United Nations Security Council meeting held on the 12th following North Korea's recent intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launch, stating, "This remains an ongoing issue we raise with China," and emphasized, "We hope China and Russia will urge North Korea to come to the negotiating table."

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