Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, together with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, had a conversation with Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin. They discussed preparations for the next meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense, as well as the situation at the front, UNN reports.
...held a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to discuss preparations for the next meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG). He provided an update on the operational situation at the frontline. Discussed medium and short-term needs and specific requests of Ukraine
According to him, ammunition and air defense remain among the key priorities.
"We look forward to more detailed interaction with each of the capability coalitions during our meeting in the Ramstein format. I am grateful for the clear and consistent support of Ukraine," summarized the Minister of Defense of Ukraine.