The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Ukrainian Presidential Office Head Andriy Yermak in Washington, D.C. The two discussed the latest developments on the battlefield in Ukraine and preparations for winter, including the ongoing provision of additional air defense items and hardening of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure against Russian missile and drone attacks. The Secretary reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to Ukraine and its people. He underscored ongoing U.S. work together with our global coalition of more than 50 allies and partners to provide Ukraine the support it needs to defend its people, sovereignty, and independence from Russia’s aggression.