Ukrainian official tells Blinken time is of essence with weapons
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba told U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday that time is of the essence in providing weapons to Ukraine.
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"We have no doubts that in the end, Ukraine will get everything that it needs, and we will overcome all of the reluctance and hesitation coming from some allies when it comes to specifics weapons, but the issue of timeline is crucial," Kuleba said, eliciting an affirmative hum from Blinken. "I'm looking forward to our conversation today to discuss the timeline of supplies of the weapons which are needed to defend Ukraine."
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Kuleba praised the U.S. as a "real" friend for its "ironclad support" and "leadership" in imposing sanctions on Russia and "reaching out" to countries that haven't taken a firm stance against Russia's invasion.
-ABC News' Conor Finnegan