UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reaffirmed his support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, describing him as a democratically elected leader following Donald Trump’s derogatory comments. During a phone conversation with Zelensky, Starmer highlighted the reasonableness of suspending elections amid wartime, drawing a parallel to the UK's actions during WWII. The political tension escalated after Trump blamed Ukraine for the war and claimed Zelensky was a dictator. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch also supported Zelensky, calling for increased European engagement in the conflict against Putin's invasion.
Sir Keir Starmer expressed support for Ukraine's President Zelensky, stating it's reasonable to suspend elections during wartime, paralleling the UK's actions in WWII.
Zelensky accused Trump of living in a Russian 'disinformation space' after Trump criticized him and claimed he was refusing elections under the war condition.
Kemi Badenoch defended Zelensky as Ukraine's democratic leader, emphasizing the importance of European involvement in the conflict against Putin's invasion.
Starmer reiterated support for US-led efforts to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine and deter future Russian aggression during a call with Zelensky.
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