America News Agency

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha discussed Russia's latest attacks, the situation on the front lines, and recent developments in peace efforts during a phone call with Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna.

In a statement regarding the conversation, Sybiha said he had informed Tsahkna of Ukraine's urgent needs to strengthen its defense capabilities and resilience ahead of winter. Sybiha drew particular attention to Russia's attacks on Ukraine's railway network.

Sybiha thanked Tsahkna and Estonia for confirming that they were working to send a significant number of locomotives to Ukraine, stressing the importance of this support for the vital transport routes that sustain the country's economy and its people.

The conversation also covered the Ukraine Recovery Conference to be held in Tallinn and the expected outcomes of the event.

Emphasizing the need to increase pressure on Russia, Sybiha said, "Pressure on Moscow must be increased substantially, not incrementally. Margus and I share this approach."

Sybiha also noted that they had exchanged views on strengthening European Union (EU) sanctions against Russia, increasing defense support for Ukraine, including through NATO's PURL initiative, and ensuring that Russia is held accountable for the crimes it has committed.