Ukraine: UK PM Andy Burnham to visit Kyiv in show of support
Andy Burnham's first trip abroad as PM will see him co-chair a meeting of Ukraine's main backers and meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The visit comes as Ukraine marks its 35th independence day. DW has more.
On August 24, 2026, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham travelled to Kyiv to show support for Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion. The visit came as European allies rallied to commemorate Ukraine's 35th anniversary of independence from the Soviet Union. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine received UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Council of Europe President Antonio Costa, who praised Ukraine as "Europe's protector".
The UK pledged to provide long-range cruise missile technology to Ukraine, despite Russia's threats. President Zelenskyy, speaking defiantly on the day, warned about potential divisions within Ukrainian society. The Russian President authorized state control of critical infrastructure if it proves vulnerable to Ukrainian attacks.
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