Putin is betting that the event will leave Ukraine without support - the head of the Pentagon

"Our safety in these troubled times depends on American determination. Putin is betting that the United States will shake, leave our friends and leave Ukraine in deadly danger. If the Kremlin takes a mountain in Ukraine, it will encourage potential aggressors around the world , and the United States will be much less safe if Putin wins his victory in Ukraine, "he explained his position during the hearing at the Senate Committee on the Armed Forces.

In addition, Austin emphasized that American inaction will put the free world at risk and create the risk of "unthinkable costs and dangers". According to the minister, China and other countries continue to observe the situation around Ukraine, Russia's actions and the US reaction.

The Pentagon head added that, despite the advantage of the Russian Federation in human and material resources, they carried out "wonderful work", as they conquered about 50% of the territory, which the invaders were captured at the beginning of a full -scale invasion. At the same time, Austin noted that Ukraine does not require partners to fought for it, but only asks for means to support their own efforts.

"Without security assistance, they will not be able to replenish the stocks of extremely necessary air defense systems they need to protect their people, and their other defense capabilities are atrophy," the Pentagon head summed up. On February 29, Lloyd Austin stated that NATO would have to fight with Russia in case of losing Ukraine in the war. Also on April 10, Focus wrote that the United States agreed to the emergency sale of spare parts to the HAWK SPR.