On August 15, Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov had a phone conversation with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. Umerov shared this update on the Telegram channel of his ministry.
"I had a productive conversation with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin", - Umerov noted.
According to him, he provided Austin with a detailed update on the current front-line situation and the needs of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
"I am grateful to Mr. Austin and the American people for their continuous and comprehensive support since the beginning of the full-scale invasion by russia. Together with our allies, we continue to fight for peace in our country and stability in Europe and the world", - the Ukrainian minister also wrote.