Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday he expects Ukraine to conduct a new military offensive this spring to counter Russian attacks, while assuring the Kyiv government that the United States and its Western allies remain resolute in their support of its war effort. "He also said discussions about military aid are not only about providing Ukraine with systems it does not have yet, but also about ensuring the ones it does have are working as they should. -led Ukraine Defense Contact Group, Austin said Ukraine has "urgent requirements to help it meet this crucial moment in the course of the war" and called on the group to intensify its focus