President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to be the latest world leader to nudge his U.S. counterpart Joe Biden in a face-to-face meeting into providing more firepower to Kyiv — key to a potential Ukrainian victory — and the crucial right to use it against Russia’s invading forces without restrictions.

The Ukrainian President on how to end the war with Russia, the empty rhetoric of Vladimir Putin, and what the U.S. election could mean for the fate of his country.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN that Ukraine’s request to use long-range missiles on targets inside Russia is part of his “victory plan,” that he is due to present to US officials next week.

Russia has launched nearly 30 missiles, around 400 drones, and more than 900 guided aerial bombs at Ukraine over the past week, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sept. 22, as he called for Ukraine to be given long-range strike capabilities.

Zelensky said he also expects to meet this week Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

The Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur explains the top stories of the week, from Zelensky’s "victory plan" to Biden’s policy on long-range missile strikes within Russia.

Without revealing more details, Zelensky once again talked about the plan he will bring to President Joe Biden on how to end the war with Russia.

The plan also outlines a clear path for Ukraine to join the European Union, along with additional economic and security agreements. Zelenskyy referred to the plan as a "roadmap" to compel Russian dictator Vladimir Putin to "seek peace,