Posted 1/23/2024, 3:13:13 PM
Austin Reassures Allies of Support for Ukraine in First Appearance Since Hospitalizations
- Secretary Austin appeared virtually in his first public event since recent hospitalization
- He did not mention his hospitalization, only saying he's working from home and feeling good
- Austin was hospitalized twice recently - in Dec for prostate procedure, Jan for complications
- His hospitalizations were kept secret initially, sparking backlash and requests to testify
- In remarks, Austin urged allies to keep supporting Ukraine militarily against Russian aggression