The British Prime Minister has said Kyiv’s voice must be heard and involved in peace talks.
Sir Keir Starmer has told President Volodymyr Zelensky will discuss with the US President Donald Trump the importance of safeguarding Ukraine.
The British Prime Minister repeated his very clear stance that the UK will provide “ironclad support” for Ukraine and that he will be “progressing these important discussions” to Trump when he visits Washington.
Downing Street provided a read out of the conversation between Starmer and Zelensky, it reads, “The Prime Minister began by reiterating the UK’s ironclad support for Ukraine and commitment to securing a just and enduring peace to bring an end to Russia’s illegal war.
“The leaders reflected on recent developments in the conflict, as the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion approaches, and agreed on the need to continue working together with allies to achieve peace through strength.
“They agreed that this was a significant moment for the future of Ukraine and European security at large.
“The Prime Minister repeated that Ukraine must be at the heart of any negotiations to end the war and that safeguarding Ukraine‘s sovereignty was essential to deter future aggression from Russia.
“The Prime Minister said he would be progressing these important discussions in the coming days and weeks, including with US President Trump whilst visiting Washington DC next week.
“The leaders agreed to stay in close contact.”