Just in the last few days, we have seen further progress both in the south in Kherson and in the east in the Kharkiv region. Ukrainian forces have been able to stall Moscow’s offensive in the Donbas, strike back behind Russian lines and retake territory. The war in Ukraine is entering a critical phase.
We will support Ukraine in the long-term.Īnd help it transition from Soviet-era to modern NATO equipment. With fuel, food, medical supplies, military gear, secure communications and equipment to counter mines and drones. In June, NATO leaders agreed a strengthened package of assistance. We all agreed on the importance of stepping up and sustaining our military support, so that Ukraine prevails as an independent sovereign state.
Yesterday I participated in the US-led Ukraine Defence Contact Group in Ramstein. This includes unprecedented military, financial and humanitarian aid from Allies, so that Ukraine can uphold its right to self-defence.Īnd I welcome the billions of dollars of additional support announced this week. We have just concluded a meeting of the North Atlantic Council, where we addressed NATO’s strong and united response to Russia’s brutal war on Ukraine. Our heartfelt condolences to King Charles III, the Royal Family, and the people of our Allies, the United Kingdom and Canada.
I will always remember her wisdom, her warmth, and her strong personal interest in transatlantic security. She visited NATO headquarters and hosted NATO leaders at Buckingham Palace. She knew and worked with all NATO Secretaries General since the founding of NATO. She was a strong supporter of our transatlantic Alliance, of our armed forces and our values. Today, the NATO flag and the flags 30 Allies are at half-mast to honour Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. And thank you for your personal leadership and your commitment to our transatlantic Alliance.
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