NATO member countries have committed to increasing their military support for Ukraine, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announced after the Ukraine-NATO Council meeting held in Brussels on August 28. This was reported by the Odessa Journal.
"Allies have confirmed that they will enhance military assistance to Ukraine. We must continue to provide Ukraine with the equipment and ammunition needed to defend against Russia's invasion. This is vital for Ukraine's ability to keep fighting," Stoltenberg stated, according to the alliance's website.
The meeting, which took place at the ambassadorial level, featured Ukrainian Minister Rustem Umerov joining via video link.
The session was convened at Ukraine's request and focused on the recent surge of Russian airstrikes targeting Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.
NATO diplomats also discussed the ongoing Ukrainian military operation in Kursk.
Minister Umerov provided updates on the latest Russian air attacks, the combat situation in Donbas, and the objectives of the Kursk operation. He expressed gratitude for the recent assistance pledges from NATO allies, including the delivery of F-16 fighter jets.
The NATO meeting in Brussels sets the stage for further discussions among European leaders. On the morning of August 29, EU foreign ministers will gather, with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba also in attendance.
Following this, EU defense ministers will hold an informal meeting on August 30.
