UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has guaranteed support for Ukraine, saying the country will prevail against the ongoing conflict with Russia.
The commitment comes alongside the announcement of funding for immediate needed artillery ammunition by the UK’s Ministry of Defence (MoD).
This follows the recent delivery of 200 Brimstone anti-tank missiles, bringing the total count of such missiles sent to Kyiv to over 1,300 since the commencement of the full-scale war.
As part of an international coalition co-led by London, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps confirmed the commitment to supply thousands of drones to Ukraine.
In celebrating the grim anniversary on Saturday (Feb 24), Sunak emphasised the triumph of life over death and light over darkness in a video shared on platform X.
He expressed support, stating, “We will stand with Ukraine today and tomorrow, prepared to do whatever it takes, for as long as it takes until they prevail,” concluding with the Ukrainian slogan “Slava Ukraini” (“Glory to Ukraine”).
Highlighting Ukraine’s effective use of artillery, the MoD stressed its role in degrading Russia’s forces and preventing breakthroughs. US officials estimate approximately 70,000 soldiers were killed and 120,000 injured.
The UK has also pledged £8.5 million to the Red Cross and the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund, supporting emergency responses and humanitarian assistance across Ukraine. Of this, £6 million will back the Red Cross Movement’s impartial work, and £2.5 million will contribute to the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund under the UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
Comments