Ukrainian Defense Minister comments on Ramstein-16 results

Radio Svoboda reports. 

"We have to protect our cities, our infrastructure. What is important, we have received almost half a billion in aid - most of it is air defense, ammunition, preparation for winter and F-16s," Umerov said during a press conference in Brussels.

He added that he had received assurances from the United States that it would continue to help Ukraine as long as necessary.

"Regarding the continuation of US support. U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has once again assured that support for Ukraine will continue. There will be no delays in deliveries. The United States is ready to help Ukraine as long as it is needed," Umerov assured.

• On October 11, Lloyd Austin announces a new $200 million military aid package for Ukraine during a meeting in the Ramstein format. 

• Denmark's Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen announces that the country will be able to deliver the first F-16s to Ukraine in the spring of 2024. 

• The Lithuanian Defense Ministry promised to provide Ukraine with two NASAMS air defense launchers. 

• NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announced that NATO countries have signed $4 billion worth of agreements with munitions manufacturers to increase assistance to Ukraine.