“Zelenskyy discussed with the head of the Pentagon the strengthening of the Ukrainian defense and security forces. They discussed strengthening air defense, the role of drones in the war, and a new $500 million aid package.”, — write on: unn.ua
“As part of the Ramstein meeting, I met with US Defense Minister Lloyd Austin. We discussed support for Ukraine. The main topics of our conversation were the situation on the battlefield, the role of drones at this stage of the war, and Ukraine’s defense needs regarding various types of air defense systems. They also talked about strengthening Ukrainian air defense and the prospects of providing additional air defense systems, in particular in cooperation with other countries,” Zelenskyi said.
He stated that Ukraine is grateful to the United States, the entire American people, both parties and both chambers for their support, which helps preserve independence and protect people’s lives in the fight against unprovoked and criminal Russian aggression.
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During the Ramstein meeting, Zelenskyy called on partners to provide Ukraine with the promised air defense systems.
The USA announced a new package of military aid to Ukraine in the amount of 500 million dollars.