With you as long as it takes.. Slava Ukraini

Kyiv's independence day to be celebrated by Brits

- MIKEY SMITH

KEIR Starmer vows to stand with Volodymyr Zelensky "today and always" as Britain helps celebrate Ukraine's independence from Russia.

Today marks 33 years since the country declared independence from the Soviet Union, with Britons urged to "make noise for Ukraine" as a show of support.

Marking the event, the Prime Minister said: "My message to all Ukrainians, whether on the front line or here in your second home in the UK, is crystal clear: we are with you today, and always.