Following a summit of European leaders in London, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a new deal to assist Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. The plan includes providing £1.6 billion ($2 billion) of UK export finance for Ukraine to purchase over 5,000 advanced air defense missiles, to be manufactured in Belfast, Ireland. Starmer emphasized that this support is crucial for safeguarding Ukraine's critical infrastructure.
In addition to the defense deal, leaders at the summit agreed to maintain economic pressure on Russia and continue supplying military aid to Ukraine. Starmer stressed the importance of upholding Ukraine's sovereignty and security, asserting that Ukraine must have a seat at the negotiating table.
