They talked about strengthening the Armed Forces: Umerov has a phone conversation with Pentagon chief
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Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov discussed with US Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin the issue of strengthening the Ukrainian army, focusing on security assistance in the face of Russian drone attacks. Austin confirmed the continuation of US military support for Ukraine.
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov had another phone conversation with Pentagon chief Austin Lloyd. The Ukrainian official said this on his Facebook page, reports UNN.
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Had a weekly phone conversation with my American counterpart, Secretary Lloyd Austin. We discussed current security assistance priorities and joint steps to strengthen the capabilities of the Ukrainian army
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In addition, Umerov also emphasized the massive attack by Russian drones on Ukrainian cities and critical infrastructure on Holodomor Memorial Day.
I am grateful to Secretary Austin for his unwavering support
As a reminder,
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin confirmed that the US will continue military support for Ukraineand Israel simultaneously. Austin also called for strengthening Ukraine's air defense as winter approaches.
