Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was met with a standing ovation after addressing each chambers of Congress nearly Wednesday as his nation continues to battle off a Russian invasion.

Following his 16-minute tackle, lawmakers on either side of the aisle pledged to proceed humanitarian and army support however stopped wanting endorsing a no-fly zone—a measure Zelensky has mentioned can be the best assist in combating Russian forces.

Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, a retired U.S. Navy captain, advised CNN it is best for america to keep away from being in direct fight motion with Russia when requested about Zelensky's request.

Republican Senator Roy Blunt of Missouri echoed that sentiment, telling CNN's Manu Raju that "anytime you place American pilots and American planes within the sky, with Russian pilots and planes within the sky, you are actually taking an opportunity that we might have interaction at a stage that I do not suppose we're ready to."

Home Minority Chief Kevin McCarthy mentioned the U.S. ought to present Ukraine with further planes so that they "can create their very own no-fly zone."

Zelensky described the battle because the "worst struggle since World Battle II" and performed a graphic video exhibiting buildings being hit with explosives, victims being positioned in mass grave websites and kids saying goodbye to their mother and father.

The Ukrainian chief additionally repeated his request for a no-fly zone over Ukraine to "save individuals."

"Is that this an excessive amount of to ask? Humanitarian, no-fly zone — one thing that Russia wouldn't have the ability to [use to] terrorize our free cities," Zelensky mentioned. "If that is an excessive amount of to ask, we provide another. You recognize what sort of protection programs we'd like—S-300 and different related programs. You understand how a lot will depend on the battlefield on the power to make use of plane."

Zelensky Fails to Change Minds No-Fly Zone
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks to the U.S. Congress by video to plead for help as his nation is besieged by Russian forces on the U.S. Capitol on March 16, 2022 in Washington, D.C. Zelensky repeated his request for a no-fly zone over Ukraine. J. Scott Applewhite/Pool/Getty Photos

A number of Republicans indicated help for sending planes to Ukraine after Zelensky's speech.

"There is a bipartisan motion right here, present them the MiGs," McCarthy advised reporters.

Russian forces launched a full-scale assault on Ukraine on February 24, getting into the japanese European nation on three fronts. The battle has led 3 million individuals to flee Ukraine, based on the United Nations.

Russia has been accused of struggle crimes for reportedly shelling civilian areas and bombing a maternity and kids's hospital. The Worldwide Felony Courtroom (ICC) and the United Nations Human Rights Council have already opened an investigations into allegations of struggle crimes, crimes towards humanity or genocide dedicated in Ukraine.

Zelensky requested Congress Wednesday for brand spanking new sanctions towards all Russian politicians who stay of their workplaces and known as for all American companies to exit the Russian market.

The Ukrainian chief additionally appealed on to President Joe Biden in his closing remarks.

"Being the chief of the world means to be the chief of peace," Zelensky mentioned.

Biden is anticipated to announce greater than $1 billion in new army help to Ukraine's authorities, the Wall Avenue Journalreported.

Replace 03/16/22, 11:00 AM ET: This story was up to date with extra info and background.