Ukraine’s Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara and Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi met with national security advisers from France, Germany and the UK

The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine reported this.

The Minister of Defence and the Commander-in-Chief briefed the partners on the battlefield situation, the strategy and actions of the Defense Forces, particularly in eastern Ukraine.

Yevhenii Khmara emphasized that Ukraine is preparing for a possible announcement by russia of a new wave of mobilization.

The parties discussed potential challenges and the capabilities needed to reduce russia’s capacity to wage war.

In particular, they emphasized the importance of the deep-strike capability. It is one of the tools for depriving russia of the ability to finance its aggression against Ukraine.

At the same time, comprehensive cooperation with partners remains necessary to strengthen sanctions pressure on russia.

The Ukrainian representatives also briefed the partners on Ukraine’s air defense priorities. The focus is on accelerating the implementation of the FREYJA anti-ballistic project. The partners were provided with a specific list of needs required to complete it.

They also discussed the potential for cooperation in the cognitive domain.

Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara emphasized that Ukraine is ready to develop mutually beneficial projects that will strengthen both sides.