Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III held a conversation with Ukrainian Minister of Defence Rustem Umerov, as confirmed by Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder. The discussion focused on the latest developments in the battlefield and ongoing U.S. security assistance to Ukraine.
Secretary Austin provided an update to Minister Umerov regarding the capabilities being supplied by the United States to aid Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. They also discussed preparations for the upcoming Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting and emphasized the sustained strong support from Ukraine's international partners.
Both leaders agreed to maintain close communication moving forward.