USA: SUMMARY: President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the US Congress to a standing ovation on his first foreign trip since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine’s president says “against all odds… Ukraine is alive and kicking” and will “never surrender”.

He tells US lawmakers: “For the Russian army to completely pull out, more cannon and shells are needed”.

After talks with US President Joe Biden, Zelensky said a “just peace” with Russia meant no compromises on Ukraine’s territorial integrity.

The US announced more support for Ukraine, including a Patriot missile defence system.

“American people are prepared to have us stand up to bullies,” Biden said, referring to Russia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin insisted Russia was not to blame for the war, blaming “the policy of third countries”.

A round-up of what happened in DC.

• Zelensky touched down in the morning and received a red-carpet welcome at the White House

• He held talks with President Joe Biden before the pair gave a news conference

• Zelensky thanked Biden for the $45bn in economic and military aid that Congress is poised to approve

• He described the money as an “investment” that will strengthen global security

• Biden announced more support for Ukraine, including a Patriot missile defence system

• Zelensky then addressed Congress, where he received at least 10 standing ovations

• He spoke about a recent trip to the frontlines in Bakhmut, stating that “every inch of that land is soaked in blood”

• He ended by wishing Americans a Merry Christmas, and displayed a Ukrainian flag that was signed by frontline troops in Bukhmat.