Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently engaged in a pivotal phone conversation with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, delving into the pressing matters of military assistance for Ukraine and the confiscation of Russian assets, according to Zelenskyy's social media.
"Prime Minister Sunak conveyed to me the allocation of the largest defense support package yet, totaling half a billion pounds sterling. From Storm Shadow missiles to various armaments, hundreds of armored vehicles, and naval assets, all of these are indispensable for Ukraine on the battlefield," remarked Zelensky.
Expressing gratitude towards Great Britain and personally to the Prime Minister for their resolute support, Zelensky emphasized the readiness to further develop defense cooperation, particularly focusing on maritime and long-range capabilities.
Additionally, the leaders addressed the imperative need for an effective model of confiscating Russian assets and exchanged expectations regarding the upcoming Peace Summit in Switzerland and the European Political Community Summit in the UK.
Britain's assistance to Ukraine
Britain's commitment to aiding Ukraine in countering Russian aggression remains unwavering, with recent announcements unveiling a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering support for the Ukrainian people.
On April 23rd, Sunak disclosed that Britain will increase its military aid to Ukraine by £500 million.
Furthermore, Britain has decided to allocate £150 million for the reinforcement of Ukraine's energy sector, aiming to diversify energy sources and reduce reliance on Russian imports.
Moreover, Britain is exploring the possibility of sending a prototype of laser weaponry capable of neutralizing drones and missiles to Ukraine. This cutting-edge technology has the potential to significantly enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities, marking another stride in the partnership between the two nations against common adversaries.
