U.S., Ukraine agree to enhance Ukrainian forces, boost cooperation -Pentagon
LONDON, Sept 8 (Reuters) - The United States and Ukraine on Thursday agreed to cooperate on defense technology and improve Ukraine's forces, the Pentagon said, naming former Centcom Commander and retired U.S. General John Abizaid as a senior defense advisor to Ukraine.
U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter and Ukrainian Defense Minister Stepan Poltorak signed the agreement at a meeting in London. Carter, speaking to reporters, called it a "very, very important agreement" to help further Ukraine's capabilities for defending its territory. He did not suggest it would change the nature of U.S. assistance, which has been focused on defensive support. (Reporting by Phil Stewart; Writing by Susan Heavey)
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