Kyiv: Ukraine's Defense Minister, Yevhenii Khmara, discussed with members of the US Senate the situation on the battlefield, Russian threats, Ukraine's air defense needs, and support for the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense stated that Khmara emphasized that "Russia can only be stopped by force. To achieve this, it is important to continue supporting the Defense Forces and provide Ukraine with the means to protect people and destroy Russia's military potential."

The Ukrainian side presented a specific list of needs to counter Russian aggression, particularly focusing on air defense.

The discussions also included how Ukrainian expertise can be utilized to enhance the capabilities of the United States and its allies. The Ukrainian delegation introduced areas of cooperation and projects that could assist partners in preparing to confront modern threats.