Lloyd Austin says his 4th visit to Ukraine demonstrates that US ‘continues to stand by Ukraine’
“I’m back in Ukraine for the fourth time as Secretary of Defense, demonstrating that the United States, alongside the international community, continues to stand by Ukraine,” Austin said on X.
He also shared a photo of his arrival in Kyiv, where he was greeted by US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink.
A statement by the US Defense Department said that Austin arrived in Ukraine to meet with Ukrainian leaders and “reiterate the support of the United States for Ukraine’s fight for freedom.”
“During his engagements, the Secretary will meet with Ukrainian leadership and underscore the U.S. commitment to providing Ukraine with the security assistance it needs to defend itself from Russian aggression on the battlefield,” it further said.
The statement added that Austin will deliver a speech at the end of his visit, highlighting Ukraine’s defensive efforts in the ongoing conflict in the country.
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Lloyd Austin Reaffirms US Support for Ukraine in 4th Visit
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin made his fourth visit to Ukraine, emphasizing the continued support of the United States for the country in its fight for freedom. During his visit to Kyiv, Austin met with Ukrainian leaders to discuss security assistance and highlight Ukraine’s defensive efforts against Russian aggression.
Austin’s visit underscores the commitment of the US to stand by Ukraine, as he shared a photo of his arrival in Kyiv where he was greeted by US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink. The US Defense Department stated that Austin’s engagements in Ukraine aim to reiterate support for Ukraine and provide necessary security assistance against Russian aggression.