Sunak to urge world leaders to 'move faster' to arm Ukraine as he leads minute's silence on war anniversary
A look back on a year of war in Ukraine
On the eve of the anniversary, Mr Sunak said:"As we mark one year since a full-scale war broke out on our continent, I urge everyone to reflect on the courage and bravery of our Ukrainian friends who, every hour since, have fought heroically for their country."As I stand with brave Ukrainian soldiers outside Downing Street today, my thoughts will be with all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to defend freedom and return peace to Europe.
Later today, Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will tell the UN Security Council that Ukraine's allies will support the country for"as long as it takes". Speaking at a special session, he is expected to say:"One year into this terrible war, let us send this clear message: our support for Ukraine is not, and will never be, time-limited.Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, who met Mr Zelenskyy in Kyiv recently, said the UK's support"is as firm and unstinting today as it was on that dark day one year ago".
He said his party stands"in lockstep with the government" in continuing support to Ukraine"regardless of what other political disagreements we may have".
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