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Andy Burnham, European leaders plan US trip to seek Patriot missiles for Ukraine - report

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  • British Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to visit the U.S. in September with other European leaders to seek Patriot missile systems for Ukraine.
  • The trip aims to lobby President Trump for access to U.S. air defense stocks ahead of winter.
  • Britain also announced it would allow Ukraine access to classified technology to produce its own Storm Shadow missiles.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to travel to the United States in September, joining other European leaders, to urge President Donald Trump to release Patriot air defense missile stocks for Ukraine. The visit aims to bolster Ukraine's defenses before the onset of winter, as reported by Bloomberg News.

I'm looking forward to going to New York in September.

— Andy BurnhamBritish Prime Minister Andy Burnham expressed his anticipation for a planned trip to the United States to lobby for Patriot missiles for Ukraine.

Burnham expressed his anticipation for the New York trip, stating it is likely to proceed, especially following recent discussions. This initiative underscores a concerted European effort to secure critical air defense capabilities for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. The leaders intend to leverage their collective diplomatic presence to influence U.S. policy on providing advanced weaponry.

I’ve not fully confirmed the details yet but it’s likely I will go, particularly after today’s discussion.

— Andy BurnhamBritish Prime Minister Andy Burnham indicated his strong intention to participate in the trip to the U.S. to discuss military aid for Ukraine.

During a visit to Kyiv for Ukraine's independence day, Burnham and other allied leaders pledged enhanced military support, including access to classified technology and accelerated deliveries of air defense missiles. Burnham urged the "Coalition of the Willing" to maximize support for Ukraine's defense against Russian air strikes. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the international leaders for their solidarity.

do everything we can

— Andy BurnhamBritish Prime Minister Andy Burnham urged allies to maximize support for Ukraine's defense against Russian air strikes.

In parallel, Britain announced it would grant Ukraine access to classified technology, enabling Kyiv to begin domestic production of Storm Shadow long-range cruise missiles. France has also agreed to license the technology for the European version of the missile. These moves signal a deepening commitment to equipping Ukraine with advanced offensive and defensive capabilities to counter Russian aggression.

Ukraine absolutely wants peace, but it is not ready to simply surrender.

— Volodymyr ZelenskyyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's desire for peace but refusal to surrender territory.
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