UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a recent phone call. He emphasized the importance of collaboration and reinforced that suspending elections during wartime is justifiable, citing the UK’s actions during World War II. Starmer also endorsed US-led initiatives aimed at securing lasting peace in Ukraine to prevent future Russian aggression. His statements highlight the UK’s commitment to supporting Ukraine amidst ongoing conflicts.
The Prime Minister of the UK voiced his backing for President Zelenskyy as the elected leader of Ukraine.
London:
Keir Starmer, the British Prime Minister, held a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday, conveying his support for Ukraine’s leadership.
“This evening, the Prime Minister communicated with President Zelenskyy and emphasized the importance of unity among all parties,” stated a release from Starmer’s office following the call, noting a variation in the spelling of the Ukrainian president’s surname.
“The Prime Minister reaffirmed his support for President Zelenskyy as Ukraine’s democratically elected leader and mentioned that suspending elections during wartime, similar to the UK’s approach in World War II, is entirely justifiable.”
“The Prime Minister also reiterated his endorsement of the US-led initiatives aimed at securing a lasting peace in Ukraine that would dissuade Russia from future acts of aggression.”
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