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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Harry Cockburn

UK focus is on Ukraine despite Iran war, Starmer tells Zelensky

  • Sir Keir Starmer stressed that the UK's attention must stay on Ukraine, despite the conflict in Iran.
  • The Prime Minister reaffirmed the UK's "unbreakable" support for Kyiv during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Downing Street.
  • Starmer cautioned that Russian President Vladimir Putin should not gain from the Middle East conflict, whether through oil prices or sanctions.
  • President Zelensky is conducting a series of meetings in the UK, including with King Charles, Nato secretary general Mark Rutte, and is set to address MPs in the House of Commons.
  • Zelensky thanked the United Kingdom for its support, highlighting that Ukraine's priorities are "more security and opportunities".

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