Yermak said the United States could play a more active role in promoting peace talks on Donbas.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak has had a phone conversation with National Security Adviser to the President of the United States Jacob Sullivan, during which they have discussed the recent escalation in Donbas.
In particular, Yermak spoke about the security situation on the contact line in Donbas. He noted there had been a dangerous trend toward an increase the number of ceasefire violations and the number of the killed in recent weeks, as reported by the presidential press service.
"Last Friday, March 26, we lost four of our soldiers in one day," Yermak said.
He added the United States could play a more active role in promoting peace talks on ending the war in Donbas.
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In turn, Sullivan stressed the importance of cooperation in combating disinformation.
"We have something to learn from you in the fight against disinformation. We hope for the possibility of further cooperation in this area," he said.
Sullivan also noted Ukraine's reform efforts. He stressed the United States would help Ukraine achieve its political, economic and security goals.
He also assured of readiness to continue assisting Ukraine in gaining full NATO membership.