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Explore comprehensive coverage of the United Kingdom's pivotal role in supporting Ukraine amidst ongoing tensions. Key highlights include the UK's strategic defense collaborations, sanctions against Russian entities, and vital intelligence insights. In recent developments, UK intelligence highlights a shift in Russia's drone attack tactics and a substantial increase in drones allocated to Ukraine, showcasing the UK's commitment to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities. Additionally, the discussions between British and Ukrainian leaders underscore a deepening partnership aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s military and geopolitical stance.
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Russians seized less territory in January than in December Russia seized about 320 sq km of Ukraine in January - British intelligence The Russians seized less territory in January than in December, but still managed to advance. Russian troops occupied about 320 square kilometres compared to about 400 square kilometres in December 2024. 1 051 8

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy Zelenskyy and British Foreign Secretary Lammy discuss implementation of century-old agreement between countries President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. 939 19

Ramstein Next meeting of Ramstein to be held on February 12, chaired by UK - media The next meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense in the Ramstein format will take place on Wednesday, February 12. This time, it will be chaired not by the United States, but by the United Kingdom. 680 6

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy Britain seeks to guarantee Ukraine that Putin will not return with war - Lammy The United Kingdom will continue to work to ensure peace in Ukraine so that Russia and its President Vladimir Putin do not return to aggression. 1 667 23

UK Britain allocates $70 million in development and reconstruction aid to Ukraine The United Kingdom is providing Ukraine with 55 million pounds (about $70 million) in financial support aimed at strengthening the state's resilience, developing the energy system, economic recovery, and social programs. 286 3 Previously in trend: Financial assistance to Ukraine

David Lammy arrived in Kyiv on February 5, 2024 British Foreign Secretary Lammy arrives in Kyiv for visit. PHOTO British Foreign Secretary David Lammy arrives in Kyiv on a visit. 1 954 11

18-year-old British volunteer soldier James Wilton was killed 18-year-old British volunteer soldier James Wilton was killed during his first combat mission in Donetsk region. PHOTO James Wilton, an 18-year-old volunteer soldier from the United Kingdom who joined the Armed Forces a few months after graduating from college, was killed in the fighting for Ukraine. It was his first combat mission. 24 416 110

Prime Minister of Great Britain Keir Starmer In 2025, Britain will provide Ukraine with more military aid than before - Starmer This year, the UK intends to provide Ukraine with more military assistance than before. 1 186 6 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Wounded Russians return to front Russia is sending wounded with unhealed wounds, often on crutches, back to front - British intelligence Russia is massively returning wounded soldiers to the front without waiting for them to fully recover. Moreover, it is forcing them to perform combat missions. 2 537 20

Shmyhal on "work or fight" principle UK to provide Ukraine with $2.4bn for air defence, missiles and repair bases - Shmyhal The Cabinet of Ministers has approved and sent to the Verkhovna Rada a bill to ratify the Framework Agreement between Ukraine and the United Kingdom on strengthening the country's defence capabilities. 891 5

British intelligence strikes oil depot in Engels Ukraine has strengthened its ability to strike targets on Russian territory - British intelligence Repeated strikes on the Engels oil depot indicate Ukraine's increased ability to hit targets in Russia. 2 217 7 Previously in trend: War

arms production Britain signs contracts with two companies to produce artillery barrels for Ukraine UK has signed contracts with two companies to produce artillery barrels for Ukraine. The contracts are worth 61 million pounds. 2 662 10

Rapid end of the war will allow Russia to regroup As soon as war in Ukraine is over, Russia will start preparing its army for next conflict - The Times A ceasefire in Ukraine would allow Russia to rebuild its armed forces and collude with the "new axis of aggressors". 8 572 49 Previously in trend: War

grain Ukraine, UK, and Lithuania have launched system to detect stolen grain from Russian-occupied territories - Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food Koval Ukraine, the United Kingdom and Lithuania have launched the Grain Verification Scheme (GVS) aimed at detecting and stopping the illegal export of Ukrainian grain from the temporarily occupied territories. 528 2

Starmer answers whether peacekeepers from Britain are possible in Ukraine UK to play ’full part’ in peacekeeping efforts in Ukraine - Starmer British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that London is ready to play its ‘full part’ in possible peacekeeping activities in Ukraine, as it is not just about our country's sovereignty. 1 044 1

Starmer in Kyiv says Putin does not want peace Putin shows no signs of seeking peace now - Starmer Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is currently showing no signs of wanting peace, continuing to attack civilians and Ukraine's energy infrastructure. 1 768 13

Zelenskyy on joining the EU UK to provide $6.6 billion in aid to Ukraine in 2025 - Zelenskyy The United Kingdom plans to provide Ukraine with at least $6.6 billion in 2025. 913 10 Previously in trend: Financial assistance to Ukraine

Ukraine and the UK sign an agreement on 100-year partnership Ukraine and UK sign agreement on 100-year partnership On Thursday, 16 January, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer signed an agreement on centenary cooperation in Kyiv. 5 539 49

Keir Starmer arrived on visit to Ukraine British Prime Minister Starmer arrived in Ukraine British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives on a visit to Ukraine. 3 038 12

Umierov arrives in Britain and meets with Healy Umierov arrives on visit to UK. PHOTO Ukraine's Defence Minister Rustem Umierov arrives in the UK and meets with Secretary of State for Defence John Healey. 1 720 17

drone attacks against Ukraine RF reduced number of drone attacks against Ukraine in December - British intelligence UK intelligence analyzed Russian drone attacks on the territory of Ukraine in December 2024. 680 1

sanctions against Russian oil UK imposes sanctions on two Russian oil companies The UK government has imposed new sanctions against Russian oil companies. 1 191 3 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Keir Starmer met with Emmanuel Macron Macron and Starmer held meeting: situation in Ukraine was "at center of conversation". VIDEO French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met. The central topic of their conversation was the situation in Ukraine. 924 2

Britain and NATO to hand over 30 thousand FPV drones to Ukraine Britain and NATO to hand over 30 thousand FPV drones to Ukraine The British government has announced the transfer of 30,000 FPV drones to Ukraine, which are being procured as part of the international Drone Capability Coalition. 1 166 5

Ukrainian Armed Forces launched counterattack in Kursk region Counterattack of Ukrainian Armed Forces in Kursk region: Russia suffered heavy losses but managed to achieve only minor success, - British intelligence On 5 January 2025, the Armed Forces of Ukraine launched a limited armoured counterattack in the Kursk region of Russia. 84 039 24

Russia’s losses in war against Ukraine almost doubled in 2024 In 2024, Russian army lost almost twice as many soldiers as in 2023, - British intelligence. INFOGRAPHICS Russian army losses in the war against Ukraine in 2024 reached 429,660 people, including dead and wounded. This is almost twice as many as the 252,940 losses in 2023. 1 609 12

British MPs call for transfer of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine British MPs call for at least 25.5 billion pounds of frozen Russian assets to be transferred to Ukraine A group of British MPs, as well as politicians from allied countries, are calling on the UK government to take steps to transfer Russia's frozen assets to Ukraine. 1 182 14 Previously in trend: War

pilot training in the UK 200 Ukrainian aviators receive basic flight training in UK before training on F-16s 200 Ukrainian aviators have undergone basic flight, ground and language training in the UK before training on the F-16. 3 836 18

shahed Russian Federation has changed tactics of massive drone attacks on Ukraine - British intelligence Starting in August 2024, the Russian invaders decided to change the tactics of their massive missile and drone attacks on Ukraine. The Russians are conducting larger, less frequent strikes instead of the frequent, smaller-scale attacks that were typical at the beginning of the year. 8 228 11 Previously in trend: War

Three Ukrainian photographs included in Guardian rating Photos that define 2024: three Ukrainian photographs were included in Guardian’s list The Guardian has published a selection of photographs that defined the year 2024. The list includes three photos from Ukraine. 12 030 24 Previously in trend: War

Keir Starmer calls for redoubling resolve to help Ukraine It is important to redouble our resolve to put Ukraine in strong position, - Starmer British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for a redoubling of determination in helping Ukraine to put it in the strongest possible position. 1 506 25 Previously in trend: War

British Foreign Secretary Lammy condemns shelling of Ukraine on December 25 Putin chose Christmas to strike at Ukrainian civilians, it’s inhuman, - British Foreign Secretary Lammy British Foreign Secretary David Lammy condemned the massive shelling of Ukraine by Russian troops. 2 416 33 Previously in trend: War

UK and Japan provide Ukraine with $1 billion Japan and UK have provided $1 billion in financial assistance to Ukraine, - Shmyhal Japan and the United Kingdom have provided financial assistance to Ukraine in the amount of $1 billion. 672 9 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Zelenskyy had conversation with Kier Starmer Zelenskyy talks to Starmer: discusses continued cooperation President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a telephone conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. 381 1 Previously in trend: War

shahed In November, Russia launched about 2.3 thousand drones in Ukraine - British intelligence The monthly number of Russian drones launched in Ukraine has been increasing throughout the year. 280 1

elimination Losses of Russians in Ukraine to reach one million people in six months - British Ministry of Defense In the next six months, Russian casualties in the war against Ukraine could reach 1 million people. 3 947 13 Previously in trend: War

Great Britain Britain and its allies plan to supply Ukraine with tens of thousands of UAVs starting in January A coalition of countries led by the UK and Latvia that are jointly procuring UAVs for Ukraine will begin transferring tens of thousands of drones in January 2025. 3 027 19 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

UK announces new aid package for Ukraine UK announces new aid package worth £225m ($286million) for Ukraine’s navy and air defence - Reuters The UK has announced military aid to Ukraine worth £225 million ($286 million). The package will include boats and drones for the navy, as well as air defence, electronic warfare and spare parts. 1 958 5

John Healy In 2025, UK will develop Ukraine’s defense industry, - Healy In 2025, the UK will develop Ukraine's military industry. London will also help Ukraine in the international arena to ensure that support for Ukrainians continues. 967 5 Previously in trend: War

Starmer wants to ensure Ukraine stronger position in 2025 UK wants to put Ukraine in as strong position as possible in 2025 - Starmer The United Kingdom seeks to secure the strongest possible position for Ukraine in 2025. 1 472 15 Previously in trend: War

Black Sea Fleet of Russian Federation Ukraine is successfully deterring Russian fleet in Black Sea, - British intelligence Ukraine continues to undermine confidence in the Russian Black Sea Fleet by striking at Russian naval infrastructure. 1 042 2 Previously in trend: War

oligarch Hennadii Boholiubov Boholiubov tried to save his fortune in London through "prenup" with his ex, but was thwarted by "epic fraud" - The Standard Billionaire oligarch Hennadii Boholiubov wanted to pay his wife "at least 95 million pounds" as part of a divorce agreement before the trial in the High Court of London on his fraud. 4 974 14

Friedrich Merz calls for creation of European contact group on Ukraine Merz proposes to create European Contact Group to end war in Ukraine German chancellor candidate from the conservative CDU/CSU bloc Friedrich Merz has proposed to create a Contact Group of four European countries to discuss options for ending Russia's war against Ukraine. This vision should be presented to the new US administration. 1 754 20 Previously in trend: War

AFU strikes position of Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile system Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed elements of S-400 air defence system in Simferopol - British intelligence On 29 November 2024, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed elements of the S-400 air defence system in Simferopol. 3 206 0

Radakin World is on verge of "third nuclear era" - Chief of General Staff of United Kingdom Radakin The world is entering a new nuclear era with the proliferation of weapons and the almost complete collapse of the system of rules to control their use. 3 901 20

New record of losses for Russian army in November In November, average daily losses of Russian army in Ukraine reached new record - British intelligence In November, the average daily loss of the Russian occupation army amounted to 1523 people (killed and wounded). 1 884 1

British Army In case of war on scale of one in Ukraine, Britain’s army will run out of troops in 6-12 months, - Minister Carnes British Minister for Veterans Affairs Alistair Carnes said that if a conflict of the same scale as Russia's war against Ukraine occurs, the British army will be destroyed in six months to a year. 5 902 51 Previously in trend: War

training,france,orion Paris and London discuss deployment of troops in Ukraine as security guarantee - media France and the United Kingdom are considering sending troops in the event of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia to ensure Ukraine's security. 5 713 34