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Immediate Release

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With German Federal Minister of Defence Christine Lambrecht

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke with German Federal Minister of Defence Christine Lambrecht to discuss joint efforts to support Ukraine and to enhance security along NATO's Eastern Flank. Secretary Austin praised Germany's leadership in providing security assistance to Ukraine, which is having a major positive impact on Ukraine's ability to defend itself against Russian aggression. The two leaders agreed to continue to closely coordinate their efforts in assisting Ukraine and strengthening NATO deterrence.