Washington September 13 (QNA) - Ukraine's Defense Minister, Yevhenii Khmara, discussed with members of the US Senate the situation on the battlefield, Russian threats, Ukraine's air defense needs, and support for the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense said in a statement on Saturday that Khmara stressed that "Russia can only be stopped by force. To achieve this, it is important to continue supporting the Defense Forces and provide Ukraine with the means to protect people and destroy Russia's military potential."
The Ukrainian side handed over a specific list of needs to counter Russian aggression, including in the area of air defense.
The two sides also discussed ways to benefit from Ukrainian expertise to enhance the capabilities of the United States and its allies, as the Ukrainian side presented areas of cooperation and projects that can help partners prepare to confront modern threats. (QNA)