The following information is provided by Ned Price’s spokesperson:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to reaffirm the United States’ firm support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and national integrity. Secretary Blinken explained to the Foreign Minister that the United States rejects Russian Minister Shoygu’s blatantly false allegations that Ukraine is preparing to use a dirty bomb on its territory and that the world will see any attempt to Russia uses this accusation as a pretext. for rising. They also discussed the U.S. and international commitment to continue to support Ukraine with unprecedented security, economic and humanitarian assistance as long as it lasts, while holding Russia accountable. . They also noted our ongoing efforts to manage the broader consequences of President Putin’s war.
