Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III engaged in a conversation with German Minister of Defense Boris Pistorius to address ongoing support for Ukraine and the forthcoming Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting planned for January. The discussion underscored the commitment of both nations to assist Ukraine.
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder shared details about the call, noting that Secretary Austin conveyed his gratitude towards Minister Pistorius for his leadership and Germany's significant contributions to Ukraine's security needs.
The communication occurred prior to the news of a tragic incident in Magdeburg. In response, Secretary Austin expressed sympathy: "Our hearts go out to the people of Germany in the wake of this tragedy."
