Zelensky discusses Ukraine defence needs with Pentagon chief Austin
During his attendance at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a conversation with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin regarding Kyiv's defense requirements.
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- Published Date: 10:07 | 02 June 2024
- Modified Date: 10:07 | 02 June 2024
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday he had discussed Kyiv's defence needs with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
"We discussed what's key: the defence needs of our country, the strengthening of the Ukrainian air defence system, the F-16 coalition, and the preparation of a bilateral security agreement," Zelensky said on the Telegram messaging app.
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