Umierov arrived at the "Ramstein" meeting in Brussels.
Today, February 12, the "Ramstein" meeting will be chaired for the first time by UK Secretary of State for Defence Jon Ghyly.
This was reported by the head of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, Rustem Umerov.
"I am starting work at the meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group (UDCG) in the 'Ramstein' format in Brussels. This is an important step in strengthening Ukraine's defense capability and coordinating further actions with allies," he stated.
According to Umerov, the new head of the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, will participate for the first time on behalf of the United States.
The agenda includes:
- Secure and timely delivery of military aid in 2025.
- Accelerating the supply of critical weaponry – air defense, aviation, ammunition.
- Investments in Ukraine's defense industry and joint projects with European partners.
They will also discuss long-term solutions, including:
- Expanding defense production in Ukraine;
- Funding for the Ukrainian defense industry and the establishment of new enterprises;
- Increasing arms supply volumes through European defense capabilities.
In addition to "Ramstein," other key events are expected throughout the week, namely: a meeting of the Ukraine-NATO Council at the level of defence ministers; the Munich Security Conference.
"I will also hold a series of bilateral meetings with the defense ministers of our allies. The main goal is to strengthen military cooperation and establish real mechanisms for supporting Ukraine," the minister added.
He also emphasized that Ukraine is ready for negotiations to end the war.
However, according to Umerov, "a just and lasting peace is only possible when Ukraine is strong on the battlefield."
Background. Previously, Mind reported that the new head of the Pentagon will attend the meeting of the contact group in the "Ramstein" format. At the same time, the United States declined to lead the meeting and requested that the UK take over instead.