On Saturday evening, Starmer spoke with US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron after welcoming Volodymyr Zelensky to Downing Street.
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Read MoreStarmer also told the Ukrainian leader that Britain stands with his nation “for as long as it may take”.
The loan, previously announced in October, will be repaid from frozen Russian assets, with President Zelensky remarking in a post on social media later: “This is true justice – the one who started the war must be the one to pay.”
The Prime Minister spoke again with both President Trump and President Zelensky on Friday evening following the events at the presidents’ meeting in Washington DC when Trump and Vice President Vance turned on Zelensky in unprecedented scenes.
(Photo credit: Peter Nicholls – WPA Pool/Getty Images)The Turkish Foreign Minister, NATO Secretary General and the presidents of the European Commission and European Council will also attend.
Starmer has been clear that there can be no negotiations about Ukraine without Ukraine, a determination he reiterated when he warmly welcomed President Zelensky to Downing Street on Saturday evening ahead of the summit.
Discussions at the summit will focus on:
Strengthening Ukraine’s position now – including ongoing military support and increased economic pressure on Russia. The need for a strong lasting deal that delivers a permanent peace in Ukraine and ensures that Ukraine is able to deter and defend against future Russian attack. Next steps on planning for strong security guarantees.On Saturday, the Liberal Democrats said the Army should be restored to a total of 82,000 troops after a cut by the Conservative government in 2021 reduced its size to 72,500.
The UK has already been clear it is willing to support Ukraine’s future security with troops on the ground.
“In partnership with our allies, we must intensify our preparations for the European element of security guarantees alongside continued discussions with the United States.
“We have an opportunity to come together to ensure a just and lasting peace in Ukraine that secures their sovereignty and security. “Now is the time for us to unite in order to guarantee the best outcome for Ukraine, protect European security, and secure our collective future.”
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