Starmer calls for strengthening Ukraine's positions for potential negotiations with Russia

In his speech, the Prime Minister emphasized that the future of freedom in Europe is being decided today.

"We face a near and present danger with Russia as an erratic, increasingly desperate aggressor, on our continent marshalling all its resources - along with North Korean troops and Iranian missiles - aiming to kill and to conquer," Starmer said.

The Prime Minister affirmed the correct course of supporting Ukraine and stressed that this is deeply in our interest. He called on people to consider what it would mean for Britain and Europe if Russia were to win.

"It means they are weakened. It means that other autocrats would believe they can follow in Putin’s example. And it means that our own security, stability and prosperity – are damaged. The further Russian troops advance, the closer the threat becomes. The more land they control, the more they control grain prices and energy sources, and the more confident Putin becomes," said the UK Prime Minister.

Given this threat, he is convinced that Ukraine must be supported in holding its defense for as long as necessary.

"To put Ukraine in the strongest possible position for negotiations so that they can secure a just and lasting peace on their terms that guarantees their security, independence - and right to choose their future," Starmer added.

At the end of November, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that he does not plan to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The UK leader also urged Putin to withdraw troops from Ukraine and end the war.

Additionally, London has delivered a new batch of Storm Shadow long-range cruise missiles to Ukraine, which had previously been authorized for strikes on military targets within Russian territory.