There is no weapon that could become a magic wand: Austin told what will determine the outcome of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on the battlefield

There is no weapon that could become a magic wand: Austin told what will determine the outcome of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on the battlefield

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The US Secretary of Defense believes that Ukraine's success in the war against Russia depends on how it uses and synchronizes weapons transferred by Western countries.

Ukraine's success in the war against Russia depends on how it " uses and synchronizes weapons transferred by Western countries." This was stated by US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, reports UNN with reference to Radio Liberty.

%%QUOTE_TITLE% %In a conflict like this, there is no weapon that can become with a magic wand. It all depends on the military capabilities provided and their effectiveness. integration (with already available weapons-Ed.), whether we are talking about the F-16, HIMARS or something else: it all depends on how you use these features and synchronize them to achieve the desired effect on the battlefield– the head of the Pentagon stressed.

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According to Austin, the United States expects that "Ukraine will continue to oust Russians from their territory and in winter", as already mentioned President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly stated this.

The minister clarified that "Ukrainian defenders are ready for winter." USA "they continue to help with such training, as in the aid package that was announced today, winter equipment is contained."

According to Austin, Ukraine has already inflicted "serious damage" on the invaders. Russia will need " considerable time to recover." In particular, "the Armed Forces of Ukraine have already we managed to win back 50% of the occupied territory and drive the Black Sea Fleet away from the occupied territory. their shores."

"This is a tough, grueling fight, and it will be like this in the future." in the future," the head of the Pentagon added.

Earlier on November 20, the United States reported that it was providing Ukraine with more information one package of military aid.