As part of the continued dialogue with allies, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak had a phone call with National Security Advisor to the President of the United States Jake Sullivan.
During the first conversation in 2024, the parties discussed the consequences of Russia's recent massive shelling of Ukraine's territory with the use of various types of missiles and Shahed-type kamikaze drones. Andriy Yermak informed about the performance of Ukraine's air defense forces, which shot down the vast majority of enemy aerial targets, including Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missiles.
The parties agreed on the need to continue to bolster Ukraine's air defense. The importance of maintaining the necessary level of U.S. support for Ukraine's air defense was emphasized.
The Head of the President's Office expressed sincere gratitude to the team of U.S. President Joseph Biden for all the efforts aimed at the prompt adoption of the aid package by the U.S. Congress, which is essential for our country.
Andriy Yermak and Jake Sullivan also coordinated steps to implement the plans for Ukraine – U.S. cooperation in 2024 in all areas, including national security.
The Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine thanked Jake Sullivan for his comprehensive assistance and conveyed words of gratitude to U.S. President Joseph Biden, his entire team, both chambers and parties of the U.S. Congress and every American for their support to our country in countering Russia's terrorist attacks and for the powerful assistance in the fight for freedom and democracy on the European continent.