Former Tory MP Jack Lopresti Joins Ukraine's International Legion in Support Role

Jack Lopresti, a former UK Conservative MP and Army Reservist, now assists Ukraine's military efforts through diplomacy, procurement, and veteran support.

Jack Lopresti, a former Conservative MP for Filton and Bradley Stoke, has joined Ukraine's International Legion following his electoral defeat in 2024.
Lopresti's role focuses on non-combat duties, including foreign relations, weapons procurement, and supporting veterans and charities in Ukraine.
The 55-year-old, based in Kyiv, frequently travels across Ukraine, recently visiting cities like Kharkiv and Poltava to assess military needs.
Lopresti, a former UK Army Reserve corporal, described his work as an honor and emphasized Ukraine's fight as critical for global freedom and sovereignty.
Despite UK legal warnings against citizens joining Ukraine's military, enforcement has been minimal, and Lopresti's involvement reflects his long-standing advocacy for Ukraine.