US and Ukraine Officials Discuss Battlefield Dynamics and Air Defense

Ukraine’s presidential chief of staff Andriy Yermak spoke with Phil Gordon, the national security adviser to U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris. They discussed the current battlefield situation and Russian strikes, focusing on enhancing U.S. support and strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses.

Ukraine's presidential chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, engaged in a crucial phone call with Phil Gordon, the national security adviser to the U.S. Vice President and leading Democratic candidate, Kamala Harris.

The discussion centered on the battlefield situation in Ukraine and the series of Russian strikes, according to a statement from Ukraine's presidential office.

Both officials emphasized the importance of continued U.S. support and specifically highlighted the need to bolster Ukraine's air defenses in light of ongoing hostilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)