In a bold move to secure peace in Ukraine, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on European nations to take the lead in supporting Ukraine's fight against Russia. 🌍🤝
During a summit in London with European leaders, Starmer unveiled a comprehensive four-step plan aimed at ending the conflict that has raged for over three years. \"Europe must do the heavy lifting, but to defend peace on our continent, and to succeed, this effort must be strongly supported by the United States,\" Starmer emphasized.
The UK, alongside France and other European allies, has committed to working closely with Ukraine to bring an end to the ongoing fighting. A significant announcement was made as the UK government agreed to allocate $2 billion of export finance to help Ukraine purchase over 5,000 air defense missiles. 🛡️💸
This summit comes just days after a heated exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former U.S. President Donald Trump. However, Zelenskyy's visit to the UK was met with a warm welcome, culminating in a meeting with King Charles III at the royal estate of Sandringham. 👑🇬🇧
Starmer's plan highlights the importance of a united European front, bolstered by unwavering support from the United States, to achieve lasting peace in the region. As the world watches, the collaborative efforts of these nations could pave the way for a more stable and secure future for Ukraine and its people.
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Ukraine: Europe must do heavy lifting, but with U.S. support – Starmer
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