Walker spoke about the symbolic meaning of the times, “Donald cook” in the port of Odessa
Kurt Volker
KIEV. 26 Feb. UNN. American destroyer in Odessa demonstrates the U.S. support of freedom of navigation in the region. This was stated by special representative, U.S. Department of State Kurt Volker in Kiev at the opening of the 5th Crimean forum, the correspondent of UNN.
“This morning I was on a visit to Odessa in connection with the stay of the us military toruble “Donald cook”. The length of this ship is an important symbol of support stability and security in the black sea region”, – said the special representative.
According to him, it also symbolizes us support for the aspirations of Ukraine to build a free, democratic country.
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“This is also a demonstration of our support for freedom of navigation and navigation, including in the Kerch Strait, and to demonstrate that our support of Ukraine – for a long time,” added Walker.
Reference: “Donald cook” – the ship is forward deployed, assigned to the base of the U.S. Navy in Rota Spain. It carries out naval operations in the area of responsibility of the 6th fleet of the USA in support of national interests and security of the United States, as well as security and stability in Europe and Africa. The 6th fleet is headquartered in the city of Naples in Italy and provides the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in partnership with allies and interagency partners, with the aim of protecting national interests and security of the United States, as well as security and stability in Europe and Africa.