“When the president (Trump. - RT ) spoke with President Putin, perhaps a week ago, maybe a little earlier, he decided to give them (Russia. 1 RT ) significant assistance. Some research equipment and ventilators - all this is on the way. We are pleased that we can help them get through this virus situation, ”said Pompeo.

Earlier, US President Donald Trump said that Russian leader Vladimir Putin “accepted the proposal for the supply of mechanical ventilation devices” as an aid in combating the coronavirus pandemic.

On May 12, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced that Moscow was already accepting Washington’s help.