UK Prime Minister's Surprise Visit to Kyiv... Promise of Additional Military Aid

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson (left), who visited Kyiv, Ukraine, is touring the city with President Volodymyr Zelensky on the 9th (local time). [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Nayeon] On the 9th (local time), according to AP News and others, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a surprise visit to Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, and held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

The two leaders toured the city destroyed by Russian military shelling and spoke with Kyiv citizens.

Johnson's visit to Ukraine was an unannounced 'surprise visit,' and a spokesperson for the British Prime Minister's Office stated, "The two leaders will discuss the UK's long-term support for Ukraine." They added, "Prime Minister Johnson will prepare new military and economic aid packages."

Among the Group of Seven (G7) leaders, Johnson is the first to visit Ukraine since the outbreak of the war, and he described his meeting with President Zelensky as a 'privilege' to meet him in person.

He also praised Ukraine, saying, "Ukraine has overcome adversity and driven Russian forces out of Kyiv, achieving one of the greatest military feats of the 21st century."

President Zelensky responded on his social media channels by calling Johnson "the most principled opponent of Russia's invasion, a leader who imposes sanctions on Russia and provides defensive support to Ukraine."

Meanwhile, since the outbreak of the war, the UK has been the loudest among Western countries in criticizing Russia and imposing sanctions, pledging military and economic support.

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