“The Secretary expressed his appreciation for Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska’s trip to Washington, D.C. this week, noting that her visit offered an important opportunity to recognize the human cost of Russia’s war and emphasize the United States’ continued commitment to humanitarian aid and recovery assistance to Ukraine,” reads the press release published by the U.S. Department of State following the phone call.
The parties also spoke about efforts to resolve the global food security crisis resulting from the Kremlin’s deliberate blockage of Ukrainian agricultural exports. The Secretary previewed further security assistance for Ukraine.
In addition, Blinken reiterated the United States’ condemnation of the atrocities committed by Russia’s armed forces and stressed the enduring U.S. focus on ensuring accountability.
As reported, the Biden Administration announced a new package of security assistance to Ukraine in the amount of up to $175 million which will include providing weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine and training the Ukrainian military.
