Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:58am on 19 Dec 2024,Thursday International
The UK is considering deploying troops to Ukraine to train its armed forces, according to Defence Secretary John Healey. During his visit to Kyiv, Healey pledged £225M in military support, including drones, artillery shells, and air defenses. While specific plans remain undisclosed, defence sources suggest the move would bolster Ukraine's capabilities amid Russian aggression. Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized Europe's collective role in fortifying Ukraine’s position through 2025. Healey's visit comes ahead of NATO and EU meetings, where strategies to enhance Ukraine’s defenses will be discussed. The UK has trained Ukrainian forces domestically and provided limited training within Ukraine itself.
