London was Zelenskyy\u0027s first stop on his second trip abroad since Russia invaded Ukraine a year ago. He was expected in Paris later on Wednesday and then…
Western countries have scaled up their pledges of military aid for Ukraine this year with promises of hundreds of tanks and armored vehicles as well as longer-range weapons, but have so far refused to deliver war planes.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
“I appeal to you and the world, with simple and yet the most important words – combat aircraft for Ukraine, wings for freedom.” “The prime minister has tasked the defense secretary with investigating what jets we might be able to give, but to be clear this is a long-term solution, rather than a short-term capability which is what Ukraine needs most now.”Article content
In a whistle-stop tour, Zelenskyy was greeted by Sunak at the airport before he entered the Number 10 Downing Street office to applause from onlookers and staff. Ukraine’s allies have sent tanks and armored vehicles but said it will take time to train Ukrainian forces to use them.
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