Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga held bilateral talks in Brussels with US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, the parties coordinated further steps after the US presidential election and discussed further US military assistance, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday, UNN reports.
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"Diplomats focused on negotiations on Ukraine's defense capabilities, strengthening the air shield ahead of winter, the need for long-range weapons for the Defense Forces, Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration, and efforts to achieve a comprehensive, just and lasting peace," the Foreign Ministry said.
Sibiga briefed Blinken on the consequences of Russia's massive night attack. "We must stop the aggressor with weapons, sanctions and diplomacy," he said.
The Foreign Minister emphasized that the defense of Ukraine cannot be suspended or postponed, as Russia is bombing Ukraine's critical infrastructure, energy system, ports, hospitals and schools every day. The minister added that Ukraine needs to strengthen its defense to protect people right now, so the partners should speed up the adoption of all important decisions.
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In this context, Sibiga said that a critical moment has come not only for Ukraine but also for other regions of the world. "Russia is using Iranian drones, North Korean ballistic missiles and troops to attack Ukraine. In response, the Kremlin is providing aid to these regimes. This is how this war is undermining security in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. It's all connected," he said.
Sibiga emphasized that in order to ensure long-term peace and stability in Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the allies must force Russia to stop its aggression. He added that the partners can achieve a just peace only through unity and strength.
"Appeasement will not work. Only force will work," the minister emphasized.
"The parties also coordinated further steps after the US presidential election. Andriy Sybiga emphasized that Ukraine has always appreciated Washington's strong bipartisan support and maintains contact with both parties. According to the Minister, the Ukrainian side cooperates with both the newly elected President and his team, as well as with the current administration, which is preparing to resign," the Foreign Ministry said.
Sibiga "emphasized the importance of US plans to release all previously approved military assistance funds in the coming weeks and stressed the crucial importance of America's leadership in restoring a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine." The minister "expressed confidence in further U.S. support and joint decisive steps".