Jan. 28, 2022 U.S., in Lockstep With NATO Allies, Calls on Putin to Stand Down The United States is in lockstep with NATO allies in calling for Russian President Vladimir Putin to de-escalate his country's situation with Ukraine, U.S. defense leaders said.
Jan. 25, 2022 Additional Security Assistance Headed to Ukraine President Joe Biden has explained to Russian President Vladimir Putin that there will be "severe consequences," largely economic, if there were to be a Russian invasion of Ukraine, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.
Dec. 8, 2021 Small Arms, Ammunition From U.S. Headed to Ukraine's Defense Forces This Week The final elements of a $60 million security systems package to Ukraine, meant to help defend their sovereignty against Russian aggression, will ship this week.
Dec. 1, 2021 NATO Warns Russia of 'Serious Consequences' for Ukraine Actions NATO allies are concerned about Russia's military build-up along the border with Ukraine, and Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said Russia will face serious consequences if it once again invades the country.
Nov. 18, 2021 Austin: U.S. Will Work With Ukraine, Allies to Counter Russian Aggression Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III welcomed his Ukrainian counterpart, Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov, to the Pentagon, reaffirming America's unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Nov. 17, 2021 Austin Calls Russian Behavior 'Troubling,' Aims to Assure Middle East Allies of U.S. Commitment Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will travel to the Middle East to consult with allies and assure them of the United States' unwavering commitment to security in the region.
Oct. 19, 2021 Austin Works With Allies, Partners to Deter Russian Malign Activities Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is visiting the front-line states of Georgia, Ukraine and Romania before traveling to Belgium for the NATO Defense Ministerial Meeting in Brussels.
Oct. 17, 2021 Defense Secretary Travels to Europe to Reassure Frontline States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is traveling to Europe to reassure allies and partners of America's commitment to their sovereignty in the face of Russian aggression.
Sept. 7, 2021 USAFE Band’s participation in Ukraine’s 30th Independence Day highlights U.S. commitment The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Band focused on building relationships through music and advancing partnership priorities from Aug. 18-24 while participating in multiple events throughout Kyiv to celebrate Ukraine’s 30th Anniversary of Independence.
Aug. 31, 2021 U.S., Ukraine Leaders Discuss Strategic Partnership During Pentagon Meeting The United States will continue to urge Russia to end its illegal occupation of Ukraine's Crimea and looks to strengthen bonds with Ukraine, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.