Lloyd Austin and Ukraine's Umerov discuss key areas of cooperation before Ramstein meeting
Photo: Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov (Vitalii Nosach, RBC-Ukraine).
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin. They discussed preparations for the Ramstein meeting and key areas of cooperation, according to Ukraine's Ministry of Defense.
“Today, the coalition leaders are approving roadmaps for each of the eight areas of cooperation, which will set out strategic goals and key needs for military assistance until at least the end of 2027,” Umerov said.
These documents were developed and agreed upon jointly by Ukraine and its partners. They will become the basis for support and allocation of assistance in such areas as air defense, artillery, armored vehicles, drones, air forces, maritime security, and other important areas.
Ramstein meeting
A meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group will take place today, January 9.
According to media reports, the United States may announce a significant package of military aid to Ukraine as part of the Ramstein meeting.
Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said that this meeting could be the last.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that he would also take part in the Ramstein meeting.
