The Defence Secretary met Mr Zelensky and other military officials in Kyiv.
The Defence Secretary used the visit to reaffirm the UK’s commitment to support Ukraine as it defends itself against the Russian invasion of its territory.
Mr Shapps said: “It was an honour to meet President Zelensky in Kyiv to assure him that the UK will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine, as we have since Putin illegally invaded Crimea nearly 10 years ago. On that occasion, he discussed support for Ukraine’s recovery from the war, and visited a children’s nursery previously attended by one of the Ukrainian children he hosted in his home.Former defence minister Oleksii Reznikov was sacked amid an anti-corruption drive by Mr Zelensky, after concerns about procurement processes with Ukrainian defence.
He added: “The recent strikes on the Black Sea Fleet are another example of how Ukraine retains the initiative. Putin has lost control of the war he started, and Russia is diminished as a consequence.”“I am profoundly grateful to the UK for all the financial, humanitarian, and military support, including crucial long-range capabilities.Ukraine’s offensive to push Russian forces out of occupied areas of its territory continues.
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