The UK is committing to invest in strengthening Ukraine's defence capabilities

Ukraine's Defence Minister Rustem Umerov paid a working visit to the United Kingdom, during which he held talks with the Secretary of State for Defence John Healey.

The main focus of the meeting was to align plans for bilateral cooperation in 2025 across key security and defence areas.

Rustem Umerov thanked the British people and government for their unwavering support of Ukraine. “The United Kingdom reaffirmed its commitment to providing continuous and comprehensive support to strengthen Ukraine's position both on the battlefield and on the international stage,” the Defence Minister of Ukraine emphasised.

During the talks, agreements were made to enhance military, political, and economic support to Ukraine. Particular attention was given to the development of the Ukrainian defence industry.

“The UK has already invested in producing our weapons, and this collaboration continues—specifically, funding will be directed toward producing air defence/missile defence systems and long-range weapons,” Rustem Umerov summarised.