The Biden administration announced on Monday that NATO would significantly increase its numbers, preparing to transport more advanced long-range and short-range missile defense systems to Ukraine. I confirmed that. Of that army that is highly prepared for 300,000 people.
The move begins with a commitment to Kyiv "as much as necessary" as the leader of the G7 rally, the world's largest economy.
Members of the Group of Seven agreed on Monday to increase fines for Russia for the war with Ukraine, including a proposal to limit Russia's oil prices .
A new commitment fromG7 membersat the annual meeting in Bayerisharp, President Volodymyr Zelensky appeared on the videolink before the rally, Ukrainian firepower And after asking for more air defense systems. Fight Russia.
White HouseNational Security Advisor Jake SullivanAfter Russia targeted the capitalKieuin a missile attack over the weekend and continued to attack other cities across the country, the administration took on Zelensky's main demands for more air defense. I told reporters that I was there.
Sullivan said in a phone call that Zelensky "wants to have additional air defense capabilities capable of shooting down Russian missiles from the sky." So the president was able to take positive responsibility for him in that regard.
However, he said that "most" of the conversation was given "the way forward and how President Zelensky saw the process of the war and maximized Ukraine's capabilities." It's about whether they're trying to absorb and take in all the support, "both to resist Russia's progress and to pursue a counterattack if possible.
Because much of the conversation dealt with strategy, he Sullivan said he couldn't get into too much detail. He believes that a terrible conflict will not benefit the Ukrainian people, so the next month as opposed to the next.
Following Zelensky's presentation, G7 members emphasized "a solid commitment to support the government and the people" and cooperated "as much as necessary" with Ukraine. I pledged to do so in a statement. Because it is trying to maintain its sovereignty.
Members (US, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the European Union) also asked the G7 Finance Minister about Russian oil and how it affects the Russian economy. Already upset by the previoussanctionsimposed by the United States and its western allies.
Also on Monday, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stortemberg said the alliance would increase its reaction from 40,000 to 300,000, "collective defense and deterrence since the Cold War. The biggest review. "
"These troops will work with their own defense forces," he said. "And they will be familiar with the local terrain, facilities, and our new pre-placed stocks so that we can respond smoothly and quickly to emergencies."
Stre Temberg said Monday before the NATO summit in Madrid, where allies are expected to discuss further support for Ukraine.
With post wire
