Office of the Spokesperson

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock on the sidelines of the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting in Brussels.  The Secretary and the Foreign Minister underscored the importance of continued support for Ukraine and for Allies to work collectively to promote security and stability throughout the Euro-Atlantic.  They discussed the serious implications of Russia’s decision to introduce Democratic People’s Republic of Korea troops into its war of aggression against Ukraine.  Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Baerbock also discussed the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and agreed on the importance of support for the Lebanese Armed Forces.  The Secretary emphasized the importance of ending the war in Gaza, securing the release of hostages, and establishing lasting peace and security for Israelis and Palestinians alike.