Zelensky had a telephone conversation with Pence

This was reported by the press service of the head of Ukraine.

The Ukrainian president thanked Pence for the assistance provided by the United States and expressed hope that next year the volume of such assistance from the United States will only increase.

“Vladimir Zelensky emphasized the importance of the support provided by the United States to strengthen the defense capabilities of Ukraine and reform the national security and defense sector,” the report said.

It is noted that the Ukrainian leader also informed the US Vice President about reforms in the field of eradicating corruption in the country.

Earlier, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Vadim Priestayko held a telephone conversation during which the US side “confirmed support” for Kiev.