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The UK has reaffirmed its support for Ukraine as Prime Minister Burnham travels to Kyiv to chair the coalition of the willing, attend Independence Day events and highlight UK arms and diplomatic assistance. London says Ukraine’s security is Britain’s security, and Moscow warns of consequences as the UK advances defence collaboration.
The UK has announced it will help France set up assembly lines in Ukraine for long-range missiles, declassifying information on UK-made components to aid Kyiv. Leaders visiting Kyiv frame the step as a long-term boost to Ukraine’s weapons capacity, while Moscow warns of consequences for increased involvement in the war.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham travels to Kyiv for Independence Day amid European leaders’ meeting to boost Kyiv’s defenses. London has agreed to allow MBDA to declassify information on UK-made SCALP missiles to assist Ukraine’s local production. The visit marks a coordinated push to support Kyiv and degrade Russia’s war capabilities.
The U.S. and NATO face shortages of Patriot missile interceptors in Europe as inventories shift to the Middle East. Officials warn these gaps could leave NATO vulnerable to ballistic missile attacks, with Ukraine bearing the brunt while allies race to rebound stockpiles by 2030. The issue follows recent moves by Kyiv to secure more air defense and discussions around SCALP missile support from France and the UK.
Leaders from 34 countries are meeting in Kyiv on Ukraine’s Independence Day to pledge additional air defences and military aid. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is co-chairing the Coalition of the Willing, with France and Germany, and will authorize the release of classified blueprints for the SCALP missile to support Ukrainian production. EU funds are also being stepped up to bolster Ukraine’s shield as Russia escalates strikes.
The UK has formalised support for Ukraine by sharing blueprints for long-range Scalp missiles, a French variant of the Storm Shadow. Kyiv is set to produce components domestically. Russia has warned of retaliation, while UK leaders press ahead with allied security cooperation and sanctions enforcement.