British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed his support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a call on Wednesday, backing his leadership and defending Ukraine’s decision to suspend elections during wartime.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, stressing the importance of unity and reaffirming the UK’s support for Ukraine’s democratically elected government.
According to a statement from Starmer’s office, the Prime Minister defended Ukraine’s decision to postpone elections, drawing a parallel to Britain’s suspension of elections during World War II. He also underscored the need for international cooperation to prevent further escalation of the conflict.
Starmer expressed support for US-led efforts to secure a lasting peace in Ukraine, aligning with Washington’s push for negotiations. The call comes amid heightened tensions over the war and uncertainty surrounding future Western assistance to Kyiv.
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