Starmer Urges Biden to Release $20bn Aid to Ukraine Before Trump Presidency

The UK Prime Minister seeks to secure financial and military support for Ukraine amid concerns over future US policy under Donald Trump.

Keir Starmer plans to meet Joe Biden at the G20 summit to push for the release of a $20 billion loan to Ukraine, initially promised by the US.
Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron are advocating for Ukraine to be allowed to use Storm Shadow missiles against targets inside Russia.
There is growing concern in Europe about Donald Trump's incoming presidency and his potential impact on US support for Ukraine.
Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton has suggested that Ukraine should be permitted to use offensive measures, including long-range missiles, for self-defense.
The UK government remains committed to supporting Ukraine and is urging the G7 to fulfill their financial pledges to bolster Kyiv's defenses.