Umerov and Kellogg Discuss Strengthening Ukraine’s Air Defense and Weapons Procurement

Ukrainian Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov shared details of a meeting with General Keith Kellogg, the US Special Envoy to Ukraine, as part of the Ukrainian delegation ahead of the UN General Assembly in New York. The statement was posted by Umerov on Facebook on September 23.

The meeting primarily focused on weapons and security, discussing agreements on the procurement of American weapons and joint drone programs to enhance Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

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A key topic was also the need for security guarantees and the protection of Ukrainian airspace.

Umerov emphasized the critical importance of the partnership with the United States, particularly in strengthening air defense and scaling up weapons production.

“We thank the United States for its consistent support and the efforts of President Donald Trump aimed at ending the war and protecting the lives of Ukrainians, ‘ he said.

Previously, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had met with General Keith Kellogg in Kyiv to discuss key areas of cooperation aimed at securing Ukraine’s future.

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