Starmer hosts Zelenskyy for meaningful and warm' talks
Briefly

Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a warm meeting at No. 10, contrasting with Zelenskyy’s recent tense discussions in Washington. Starmer pledged unyielding UK support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia, emphasizing long-term commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and security. They signed a £2.26 billion loan agreement to bolster Ukraine’s defense, funded by Russian assets. Zelenskyy highlighted the meeting as a platform to discuss the broader challenges facing Ukraine and Europe, signaling strong collaboration and unity in securing a just peace and enhanced military capability.
Zelenskyy described his meeting with Starmer as a platform for discussing Ukraine's challenges, partnerships, and concluding the war with a just peace and robust security.
Starmer emphasized the UK’s unwavering support for Ukraine, reiterating his commitment to finding a pathway to end Russia's war and guarantee Ukraine's sovereignty.
The prime minister's meeting with Zelenskyy contrasted sharply with a previous tense meeting Mr. Zelenskyy had in Washington, showcasing a warm diplomatic exchange.
A significant outcome of the meeting was the signing of a £2.26 billion loan agreement to bolster Ukraine's defense efforts, funded by frozen Russian assets.
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