Starmer says he won't let war in Iran distract attention from Ukraine
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Downing Street.
Source: The Guardian, as reported by European Pravda
Details: In his opening remarks during the meeting with Zelenskyy, Starmer said he would not let the war in Iran distract attention from Ukraine and that Russia cannot be allowed to benefit from the conflict in the Middle East.
Quote: "There's obviously a conflict in Iran going on, in the Middle East, but we can't lose focus on what's going on in Ukraine and the need for our support. Putin can't be the one who benefits from a conflict in Iran, whether that's oil prices or the dropping of sanctions."
Details: In response, Zelenskyy thanked the United Kingdom for its support and said he would keep Starmer informed with regard to battlefield developments, energy security and the status of peace negotiations.
The president added that the leaders would also discuss the impact of the war in Iran on Ukraine and Europe.
Background:
- On 17 March, Zelenskyy arrived in London, beginning his working visit with a meeting with King Charles III.
- The UK and Ukraine plan to sign new agreements on defence cooperation during Zelenskyy's visit. The UK will allocate £500,000 to fund a new AI Centre of Excellence in Kyiv to be based within Ukraine's Ministry of Defence.
- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is also expected at Downing Street to discuss measures for securing a lasting peace in Ukraine.
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