Boris Johnson made a surprise visit to Kyiv yesterday, and promised even more support to the regime beyond what he promised on April 8 in a further clear commitment to fight Russia to the last Ukrainian. “The Prime Minister is in Kyiv today [Saturday] to demonstrate the U.K.’s steadfast solidarity with Ukraine and hold in-depth discussions with President Zelenskyy on military and economic assistance,” the No. 10 readout reported. “He reiterated that the U.K. will do everything in its power to support Ukraine’s brave fight against Russia’s brutal and unprovoked invasion and ensure its long term security and prosperity. The Prime Minister set out new military assistance of 120 armored vehicles and new anti-ship missile systems, to support Ukraine in this crucial phase while Russia’s illegal assault continues. This is in addition to the £100 million worth of high-grade military equipment announced yesterday….”
BoJo also promised “further economic support, guaranteeing an additional $500 million [£385 million] in World Bank lending to Ukraine, taking our total loan guarantee to up to $1 billion. This comes alongside the £394 million the U.K. has provided in grant aid, and will help ensure the continued running of vital humanitarian services for Ukrainians.”
“I made clear today that the United Kingdom stands unwaveringly with them in this ongoing fight, and we are in it for the long run,” Boorish Johnson said. “We are stepping up our own military and economic support and convening a global alliance to bring this tragedy to an end, and ensure Ukraine survives and thrives as a free and sovereign nation.”
