Australia to stand 'shoulder to shoulder' with Ukraine for 'as long as it takes'

Defence Minister Richard Marles says Australia is standing “shoulder to shoulder” with Ukraine. “We’re working very closely with the Ukrainian government; I spoke with my counterpart in the last few weeks about ways in which we can continue that support,” Mr Marles told Sky News Australia. Mr Males refused to go into specifics on what Australia will provide to Ukraine, as it is a conversation currently being held with the war-torn nation. “Ukraine has provided us with a menu of options if you like … which would make a difference for them,” he said. “But they absolutely understand that we are committed to their calls and that we’re going to stand with them shoulder to shoulder for as long as it takes so that they can resolve this conflict on their terms.”