Milan, 24 Aug. (LaPresse) – “Despite Russia’s outrageous threats against my country, we will continue to support Ukraine.” This was stated by UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, speaking outside St Sophia’s Cathedral in Kyiv to mark the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. Sky News reports. “Now is the time to keep the pressure on Russia, the time to stifle its ability to fund this illegal war,” he added, “Ukraine has been Europe’s protector – not a burden on our security, but the front line in ensuring the continent’s security.” “The Ukrainian people deserve not only our continued support, but also our gratitude and respect,” concluded Burnham, comparing Ukraine’s resistance against Russia to the United Kingdom’s struggle against Nazi Germany.
Ukraine, Burnham: ‘Outrageous threats from Russia, but we will continue to support Kyiv’
Milan, 24 Aug. (LaPresse) – “Despite Russia’s outrageous threats against my country, we will continue to support Ukraine.” This was stated by UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, speaking outside St Sophia’s Cathedral in Kyiv to mark the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. Sky News reports. “Now is the time to keep the pressure on Russia, the time to stifle its ability to fund this illegal war,” he added, “Ukraine has been Europe’s protector – not a burden on our security, but the front line in ensuring the continent’s security.” “The Ukrainian people deserve not only our continued support, but also our gratitude and respect,” concluded Burnham, comparing Ukraine’s resistance against Russia to the United Kingdom’s struggle against Nazi Germany.