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Is Starmer doing enough for Ukraine?
Jan 16, 2025
Mark Galeotti, head of Mayak Intelligence and honorary professor at UCL, offers insight into Keir Starmer's significant visit to Ukraine, highlighting a new long-term partnership. They discuss the balance of military support amid rising tensions with Russia and Trump's potential impact on peace talks. Additionally, Galeotti examines political shifts in Westminster prompted by Kemi Badenoch's critique of Tory leadership and the government's decision to launch inquiries into grooming gangs, showcasing the evolving political landscape.
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- Keir Starmer's visit to Ukraine and the introduction of a hundred-year partnership treaty aim to reaffirm UK support amid changing political landscapes.
- Concerns arise regarding the UK's diminished proactive stance on Ukraine under Starmer compared to the previous administration, complicating peace efforts.
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Keir Starmer's Visit to Ukraine
Keir Starmer's recent visit to Ukraine marks his first trip to Kyiv since becoming Prime Minister and is symbolic in nature, intended to reassure Ukrainians of continued British support amid shifting political dynamics. During the visit, he presented a treaty labeled as a 'hundred-year treaty,' which includes commitments to military cooperation and a sustained annual aid of £3 billion. However, much of the treaty appears to be superficial, with discussions around scientific partnerships and educational exchanges lacking immediate impact. Critics suggest that while Starmer's appearance is significant, it does not represent a substantial shift in UK policy towards Ukraine, but rather is a calculated move to maintain a leadership role in European support efforts while the Trump administration looms on the horizon.
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