From The Independent · · 1m 10s
UK to host Zelensky for state visit in 2027
Britain plans to welcome Ukraine's president for a grand ceremonial visit in the fifth year of the war with Russia, though the timing remains uncertain.
In brief
Britain plans to welcome Ukraine's president for a grand ceremonial visit in the fifth year of the war with Russia, though the timing remains uncertain. The UK is expected to host President Volodymyr Zelensky for a state visit in 2027 to project solidarity with Ukraine during its war against Russia. Originally…
UK plans Zelensky state visit
The UK is expected to host Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky for a state visit in 2027, though the timing has yet to be decided.
State visit would be recast for wartime
The state visit, usually a grand affair involving a lavish banquet, is likely to be recast so it is more appropriate for Zelensky's status as a wartime leader.
Recent meeting with Burnham
Zelensky most recently met Andy Burnham in Downing Street and received an unprecedented guard of honour made up of troops from the Irish Guards.
“behind you and that will not change”
Trump tensions could complicate visit
The move could risk a rise in tensions with US President Donald Trump, who has been critical of Zelensky in recent weeks and appears to have become closer to Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, who started…
The big picture
The UK is expected to host President Volodymyr Zelensky for a state visit in 2027 to project solidarity with Ukraine during its war against Russia.
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