Washington and Berlin pledged more aid for Ukraine as allies of the embattled nation gathered with Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelensky at the US military's Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Thursday to discuss aid.

As US secretary of defence Lloyd Austin heads to Ramstein Air Base for the final time, Emma Nelson explores what the future of the country’s support

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that he will attend the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, also known as the Ramstein format, in Germany on 9 January. Source: Zelenskyy's evening speech Quote: "Tomorrow,

The allies agreed on plans to support Ukraine within the Ramstein format. They include steps to develop Ukraine's defense capabilities until 2027, reports the US Department of Defense. The United States has published a joint statement by the leaders of eight coalitions within the framework of the Ramstein meeting.

"This may be the last meeting of this type, as the new administration is likely to propose a different format for these activities," Kosiniak-Kamysz said. He also noted that NATO should "take on more responsibility,

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will participate in the Ramstein format meeting, scheduled for tomorrow, January 9, according to the president's evening address. "Tomorrow, I will attend the Ramstein format meeting,

Launched in April 2022, the Ramstein format remains the most critical platform for partner nations working together to provide long-term support for Ukraine. This meeting will be a landmark event. Read also: Biden to approve his last Ukraine aid package Key topics of the meeting Strategic planning through 2027 During the meeting,