Drones and air defense: Ukraine and US discuss critically important defense deals

In particular, Umerov said that before the start of the UN General Assembly in New York, he met with the US President’s Special Envoy, General Keith Kellogg.

"The focus was on weapons and security. We discussed agreements on the procurement of American weapons and joint drone programs that will strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities. A separate topic was security guarantees and the protection of Ukrainian airspace. Partnership with the United States is critically important for strengthening our air defense and scaling up weapons production," Umerov noted.

National Security and Defense Council Secretary noted that partnership with the United States is critically important for strengthening Ukraine's air defense and scaling up arms production.

"We thank the United States for its consistent support and President Donald Trump’s efforts aimed at ending the war and protecting the lives of Ukrainians," Umerov said.

Earlier, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also spoke about his meeting with Kellogg. In particular, he briefed the General on the situation at the front.

"I informed him about the situation at the front and the results of the counteroffensive operation near Dobropillia and Pokrovsk," the President stated.

UN General Assembly

Zelenskyy arrived in the United States to participate in the UN General Assembly, which this year is being held in New York. Zelenskyy has already scheduled meetings with US President Donald Trump and a number of other world leaders.

Earlier, Zelenskyy noted that Russia had launched yet another massive strike on Ukraine on the eve of the UN General Assembly. He stressed that for the fourth time, Russia has accompanied this annual diplomatic event with its killings.

For more on what to expect from the meetings in New York and the various events involving Ukrainian leadership, read our news article on the topic.