How the UK backed Ukraine amid Starlink and diesel rows with Trump

WorldPolitics
15 Oct 2026 • 5:03 PM MYT
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How the UK backed Ukraine amid Starlink and diesel rows with Trump

  • Tensions between Kyiv and Washington have escalated following US president Donald Trump's decision to ease sanctions on Russian diesel and reported speed restrictions on Ukraine's Starlink drone terminals.
  • Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed plans to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries, stating Moscow had failed to respect Donald Trump's call for an energy ceasefire.
  • Skills minister Baroness Jacqui Smith affirmed that the UK will continue advocating to the US and other allies for sustained support for Ukraine.
  • Prime minister Andy Burnham met with Volodymyr Zelensky at Downing Street to pledge unwavering British backing and accelerate the delivery of crucial air defence missiles.
  • The UK continues to bolster Ukraine's defence through new sanctions against Russian entities, lightweight missiles, and financial aid for Chernobyl site protection.

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