Why Austin came to Ukraine: the Pentagon explained

The US Department of Defense said why Austin came to Kyiv / Collage 24 Channel (photo by Getty Images and Depostiphotos)

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin arrived on an official visit to Kyiv on November 20. In particular, he intends to meet with representatives of the Ukrainian authorities in the Ukrainian capital.

The department stressed that Austin also seeks to reinforce the United States' steadfast support for Ukraine's struggle for freedom. Politicians will also discuss the long-term vision for the future of Ukraine.

Austin came to support Ukraine

The ministry emphasized that during his visit, Minister Austin will hold high-level negotiations with the leadership of Ukraine. Thus, discussions will focus on further strengthening the strategic partnership between states, including providing the Armed Forces of Ukraine with the combat capabilities necessary both for winter and for protection against future threats.

Austin must also demonstrate a continued U.S. commitment to providing Ukraine with the security needed to defend against Russian aggression overall.

The US Department of Defense also said that this week Austin plans to convene the 17th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group remotely from the Pentagon. The purpose of this meeting will be to support international cooperation and assistance to Ukraine with the active participation of almost 50 countries.

The US Secretary of Defense was spotted in Kyiv

• Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin arrived in Kyiv by train on November 20. In particular, there he intends to hold several important meetings with Ukrainian government officials.
• Austin himself argued that with this visit he wanted to show the United States' commitment to Ukraine. In addition to him, the Chairman of the European Command of the US Armed Forces, Christopher Cavoli, also arrived in Kyiv.
• US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink met her American colleagues in Kyiv. She stressed that this visit should demonstrate steadfast American support for Ukraine in its struggle for freedom.
• Online, people cheered Austin's visit to Ukraine. Users of social networks asked the minister to provide more assistance to Ukraine and support it in defeating the occupier.