US defense secretary discusses situation in Ukraine with Swedish counterpart

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin conducted a call with his Swedish counterpart, Minister of Defense Pål Jonson, to discuss continued support to Ukraine and other key security issues,” the US Department of Defense said in a statement, Report informs.

During the call, Secretary Austin thanked Minister Jonson for Sweden's tremendous military aid to Ukraine: “The Secretary highlighted that Sweden's efforts, and its new role as the 32nd member of the NATO Alliance, demonstrate its solid commitment to regional security. The United States and Sweden will continue to work together, alongside international partners, to support Ukraine.”