Shmyhal, Lithuanian PM discuss security situation

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and Prime Minister of the Republic of Lithuania Ingrida Simonyte have discussed the security situation in Europe.

Shmyhal said this at a joint briefing with Lithuanian Prime Minister following their meeting in Kyiv, an Ukrinform correspondent reported.

"The key issue of our meeting was, of course, the escalating security situation in Europe amid the ongoing build-up of Russia's military along our borders. I am grateful to Ms. Simonyte for the support and readiness to jointly counter Russia's aggressive actions," Shmyhal said.

He also thanked Lithuania for its readiness to supply Ukraine with the Stinger man-portable air defense systems.

"We appreciate Lithuania's active assistance in strengthening defense capabilities of our state, rehabilitating wounded Ukrainian servicemen, and restoring regions of Ukraine affected by Russian aggression," Shmyhal said.

He stressed that Simonyte's visit to Ukraine will give a positive impetus to further enhance all areas of bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

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