UK PM hosts Ukrainian President for first international visit
Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his first international visit.
- The visit aims to reaffirm Britain's continued support for Ukraine.
- Burnham and Zelenskyy are expected to meet at a naval base to discuss British-led training programs for Ukrainian forces.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today for his first international visit since taking office. The meeting underscores Britain's unwavering support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict.
According to reports, the two leaders are expected to convene at a naval base. There, they will receive briefings on how British-led training programs are bolstering Ukraine's armed forces and contributing to battlefield successes. Burnham's office stated the visit signifies continued solidarity with Ukraine.
Burnham, who was sworn in as the UK's new Prime Minister on July 20, had spoken with Zelenskyy by phone on the same day. During that call, Burnham extended an invitation for Zelenskyy to visit the UK at his earliest convenience. The current visit fulfills that invitation.
Britain stands shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine, and our support remains unwavering.
Burnham expressed his commitment to Ukraine, stating, "Britain stands shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine, and our support remains unwavering." He added, "Russia should not be in any doubt about our resolve, and we will not give up until we have achieved a lasting and just peace for Ukraine."
This visit follows a series of recent news items, including a police search for a missing 30-year-old man in South Jutland, Denmark, and the killing of a suspected perpetrator in a Berlin terror attack. The article also briefly mentions comedian Jacob Haugaard passing on his hosting duties for the Grรธn festival.
Russia should not be in any doubt about our resolve, and we will not give up until we have achieved a lasting and just peace for Ukraine.
Originally published by DR Nyheder in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.