{
  "id": 1736255,
  "title": "UK will continue to support Ukraine ‘100%’, says PM Burnham",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uk-will-continue-to-support-ukraine-100-says-pm-burnham",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T14:51:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/world/2026/08/18/uk-will-continue-to-support-ukraine-100-says-pm-burnham"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "London - Prime Minister Andy Burnham has affirmed that Britain will continue to provide full support to Ukraine in its defense against Russia's invasion. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Burnham emphasized that this stance remains unchanged throughout the conflict, consistent with the UK's position under previous governments.\n\nBurnham stated that the UK is committed to assisting Ukraine to defend itself against the \"illegal war\" led by Russian President Vladimir Putin. He reiterated that Britain is not a \"fair weather friend\" and will remain steadfast in its support for Ukraine during its time of need.\n\nAdditionally, Moscow has warned London about the potential consequences of reports suggesting that British-made drones have been utilized in strikes on Russian territory. Despite this, Burnham maintained that the UK's support for Ukraine will persist, even as tensions between the two nations escalate.",
  "summary": "Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Britain will support Ukraine against Russia's invasion after Moscow warned London over reports British-made drones were used in strikes.",
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        "title": "UK will continue to support Ukraine ‘100%’, says PM Burnham",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/uk-will-continue-to-support-ukraine-100-says-pm-burnham-1741643",
        "published": "2026-08-18T14:51:42.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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