The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba. The two discussed ongoing preparations for Ukraine’s spring counteroffensive, including security assistance pledges from allies and partners. Secretary Blinken underscored Ukraine’s success as vital to peace and security in Europe, and reiterated the United States’ commitment to stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes.