The UK is offering fresh support to Volodymyr Zelensky while avoiding a direct clash with Donald Trump after his abrupt shift on sanctions and Russia. Downing Street wants to act as a bridge between Kyiv and Washington.
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01Summary
- 01Donald Trump lifted sanctions on Russian diesel and called for Zelensky to be replaced last week.
- 02Downing Street said Burnham would promise to go "further and faster" with financial and military aid for Ukraine.
- 03The UK plans to speed up delivery of lightweight multirole missiles to help counter Russian drones.
- 04Burnham told MPs it was a "very dark and difficult moment" for Zelensky and said he would be "careful" to help bring people back together.
- 05There will be no full open press conference during Zelensky's visit, only opening statements and no questions.
02Why it matters
The story shows the UK trying to support Ukraine at a time when US backing looks less certain. It also matters because any change in Western unity could affect Ukraine's war effort and diplomatic position.
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