Zelensky urges Starmer to 'show your leadership'
The Herald|July 20, 2024
VOLODYMYR Zelensky asked Sir Keir Starmer to “show your leadership” as he appealed for permission to strike Russian targets with Western weapons in a historic address to the UK Cabinet.
Zelensky urges Starmer to 'show your leadership'

The Ukrainian president urged the British Government to help with Kyiv’s “long-range capability”.

“We are still missing the main answer to this question,” Mr Zelensky told the meeting on Friday morning. “I ask you to show your leadership in this and please convince other partners to remove the limits.” Ukraine has said lifting restrictions on Western weapons – including British Storm Shadow missiles – to strike deep into Russian territory is key to strengthening its defence and securing its frontline position in the war.

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