In a bombshell revelation, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused American corporations and lobbying practices of siphoning away military aid promised to his embattled nation. During a candid interview with podcaster Lex Fridman on January 5, Zelensky expressed frustration over the discrepancies between aid commitments made by Washington and the actual support received on the ground. This accusation, which sheds light on the complexities of the Ukraine conflict, has sparked discussions about the broader issues of corruption and lobbying within international arms deals.

Zelensky revealed that the United States had pledged approximately $177 billion in aid to Ukraine since the escalation of the conflict with Russia in 2022. However, according to the Ukrainian leader, less than half of this promised aid has materialized. Zelensky suggested that the shortfall is not due to logistical challenges or administrative errors but rather the result of systemic corruption and lobbying practices by American firms involved in the military-industrial complex.

“When we talk about corruption, we must ask, who is involved?” Zelensky remarked during the interview. “If we had 177 [billion] and if we get the half, where is the [other] half? If you find the second half, you will find corruption.” His comments highlight a significant gap in accountability, raising questions about where these vast sums have disappeared.

Zelensky’s frustration extends beyond financial matters. He disclosed that he had proposed using Ukraine’s fleet of cargo planes to transport military aid from the United States, a move that would have significantly reduced logistical costs. However, Washington reportedly rejected this request, opting instead to use........

© Blitz