UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Paris on Thursday morning, ahead of the “Coalition of the Willing” summit. The two leaders discussed support for Ukraine.
That’s according to Sky News, citing a statement from a UK government spokesperson, Ukrinform reports.
“They discussed their enduring support for Ukraine, agreeing that Europe must do everything possible to keep them in the fight and keep up the pressure on Putin,” the statement from Downing Street read.
The UK government spokesperson added that Starmer and Rutte acknowledged the vital role of the United States in forging a path towards a ceasefire agreement, and reiterated that Europe stands ready to support a durable and lasting peace when it comes.
Starmer also restated his unwavering commitment to NATO “as the cornerstone of our security.”