# 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.
- Title: UK to host Zelensky for state visit in 2027 · The Independent
- Summary: 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.
- Keywords: volodymyr zelensky, ukraine, state visit, russia, donald trump, andy burnham, keir starmer, The Independent
- Source: The Independent — https://independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/uk-ukraine-zelensky-burnham-state-visit-b3080919.html
- Published: 2026-11-07T09:28:50+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: volodymyr zelensky, ukraine, uk, state visit, russia, donald trump, andy burnham, keir starmer, politics, news
## 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.

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## 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…
## Key takeaway

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.