Ukraine stands on the verge of decisive events that will occur in the coming weeks and months, and Western countries will act decisively to help Ukrainians in the fight for their own freedom.
At the opening of the meeting in the Ramstein format, The head of the US Department of Defense, Lloyd Austin, thanked the participants and said that the meeting was taking place at the moment of the call.
“Putin’s invaders have launched another offensive on sovereign Ukrainian territory. And Kremlin forces will try to push further over the coming weeks – and try to carve out a buffer zone along the Ukrainian border. This is a hard, dangerous fight. But the defenders of Ukraine show extraordinary courage and skills. And they are making good use of the opportunities provided by this Contact Group. Putin’s new offensive on Kharkov only underscores the importance of this Contact Group,” Austin said.
According to him, about 50 countries from around the world again stood up to defend Ukraine. And we intend to continue to provide the support that the Armed Forces of Ukraine need. The United States is determined to do its part by delivering urgently needed aid to Ukraine. And the aid will truly make a difference in this fight.
"This includes 155mm artillery shells and ammunition for HIMARS… Includes air defense and anti-tank armor systems from a billion dollar reduction in our stock after President Biden signed the National Security Addendum last month. And thanks to the adoption of the additional document, we will continue to approve significant security assistance packages for Ukraine. And you will see a constant flow of US aid to Ukraine week after week,” the head of the Pentagon emphasized.
He clarified that if the Russian dictator wins, other tyrants will come to the conclusion that they can also try to invade and conquer their sovereigns. neighbors. Therefore, Ukraine’s struggle for freedom and security is important for all Western countries.
Prepared by: Nina Petrovich