Austin urged an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and emphasized maintaining open lines of communication.
According to a readout from the Pentagon, during the conversation with Shoigu, Austin"urged an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and emphasized the importance of maintaining lines of communication." Russia launched its invasion of UkraineA readout from the Russian Ministry of Defense said the call was initiated by the U.S, and the two leaders discussed"topical international security issues, including the situation in Ukraine.
The official characterized the tone of the call as"professional," and said that while having the call and keeping open lines of communication is important, the call itself did not resolve any specific issues or alter Russia's offensive in Ukraine.
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