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Britain Will Help Ukraine Stop Russian Missile Launches — Burnham

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will work to strengthen assistance to Ukraine, including through the Coalition of the Willing format, on air defense and countering Russian missile strikes. He stated this at Independence Day celebrations on Sofiivska Square in Kyiv, UATV English reports. Burnham noted that Ukraine is on the front line of Europe's security, so allies must not only support it, but…

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Britain Will Help Ukraine Stop Russian Missile Launches — Burnham

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged to bolster assistance to Ukraine, focusing on air defense and countering Russian missile strikes. Delivering remarks at Independence Day festivities in Kyiv's Sofiivska Square, Burnham highlighted Ukraine's pivotal role in Europe's security. He underscored the importance of allies' support, gratitude, and respect.

Burnham affirmed Britain's commitment to Ukraine's defense, despite international threats. He expressed determination to lead the Coalition of the Willing alongside President Macron and Chancellor Merz for enhanced support to Ukraine. Burnham stressed the necessity of imposing sanctions on supply chains, disrupting missile launches, and aiding Ukraine's technological development.

He called for continued pressure on Russia to recognize the futility of its war efforts, with the 35th anniversary of Ukrainian sovereignty as a critical juncture. Celebrations honoring Ukraine's Independence Day, attended by President Zelenskyy and foreign dignitaries, took place in Kyiv on August 24.

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·hani.co.kr

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