I am in Ukraine to deliver a simple message.
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) January 12, 2024
Our support cannot and will not falter.
To all Ukrainians, Britain is with you β for as long as it takes π¬π§πΊπ¦ pic.twitter.com/1ya8m2seiJ
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:10pm on 12 Jan 2024,Friday International
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a crucial visit to Kyiv, revealing plans to escalate military support for Ukraine with a substantial £2.5 billion package, an increase of £200 million from previous years. The aid is earmarked for the acquisition of advanced military drones, including surveillance, long-range strike, and sea drones. Emphasizing unwavering support, Sunak stated on social media, "Our support cannot and will not falter." The move positions the UK as Ukraine's largest drone supplier, strengthening defense cooperation through a formalized UK-Ukraine Agreement on Security Cooperation. Amidst global political complexities, Sunak affirmed Britain's commitment to stand by Ukraine in its pursuit of freedom and democracy.