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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Romanian Foreign Minister Odobescu

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Secretary Blinken's Call with Romanian Foreign Minister Odobescu

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Office of the Spokesperson

September 12, 2024

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Romanian Foreign Minister Luminita Odobescu today regarding Romania's donation of a PATRIOT strategic air defense system to Ukraine. Secretary Blinken thanked Minister Odobescu for fulfilling Romania's commitment and for its continued leadership in the defense of regional security. He underscored the United States' continued support for Ukraine and its freedom from Russia's aggression.