UK Accelerates Missile Deliveries Ahead of Zelensky's Downing Street Visit
Chancellor Healey to push for Russian LNG ban as US President's remarks on Ukrainian leadership spark debate.
Callum Smith
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to visit Downing Street on Wednesday.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak declared the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine, promising assistance for "as long as it takes."
Further rounds of sanctions targeting Moscow are anticipated.
My message to the Ukrainian people could not be clearer: we are with you for as long as it takes, and we will go further and faster in our support to back your courageous fight for peace in Europe," the Prime Minister affirmed.
we are with you for as long as it takes, and we will go further and faster in our support to back your courageous fight for peace in Europe.
Chancellor John Healey will champion a ban on Russian liquified natural gas (LNG) during IMF discussions in Bangkok.
Andy Burnham spoke directly with Mr. Zelensky on Saturday, conveying his solidarity with Kyiv.
The Prime Minister is expected to leverage a bilateral visit to announce accelerated military assistance for Kyiv.
Promises of additional sanctions targeting Moscow accompany this announcement.
Britain will also urge its international partners to intensify pressure on Moscow.
Meanwhile, the US president reportedly suggested in recent days that Ukraine requires a new leader.
He claimed Vladimir Putin is more eager for a peace deal than officials in Kyiv.
Mr. Zelensky stated his government received no warning from partners about a Russian ballistic missile strike the previous evening.
Donald Trump, however, claims Washington continues to share intelligence with Ukraine.
Trump reportedly made a deal to buy Russian diesel, called for Ukraine to have a new leader, and announced a supposed ceasefire connected to energy infrastructure.
The new generation of Russian jet-powered drones are quicker and higher-flying than previous models, making them harder to shoot down.