Ukraine-Russia War: UK PM Starmer Reacts to Trump's 'Dictator' Attack on Zelensky
- Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer, has called Ukraine President, Volodymyr Zelensky over the war with Russia
- Starmer backed President Zelensky for suspending elections in Ukraine after US President Donald Trump described him as a "dictator'
- According to Starmer, it was "perfectly reasonable" to suspend the election during the war with neigbour, Russia
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 7 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international events
London, United Kingdom - Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer has expressed support for Ukraine President, Volodymyr Zelensky.
Starmer declared Zalensky a "democratically elected leader" after US President Donald Trump described him as a "dictator".
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The UK PM said it was "perfectly reasonable" for Ukraine to "suspend elections during wartime as the UK did during World War Two".
According to BBC, Starmer stated this during a phone call with Zelensky on Wednesday evening, February 19, 2025.
Trump had earlier claimed Zelensky did a "terrible job" and "refuses to have elections" in Ukraine.
Zelensky's five-year term was due to end in May 2024, but elections have been suspended since martial law was declared after Russia's invasion.
Downing Street spokesperson said the UK PM during the phone call “stressed the need for everyone to work together"
"The prime minister reiterated his support for the US-led efforts to get a lasting peace in Ukraine that deterred Russia from any future aggression,"
Zelensky said they had discussed "upcoming plans and opportunities", adding: "UK's support matters indeed, and we will never forget the respect the British people have shown for Ukraine and our citizens."
The UK PM is expected to travel to Washington DC in the US next week to meet with Trump.
It will be Kramer’s first in-person meeting with Trump.
According to Krammer, he plans to use his meeting with Trump to discuss a "US backstop" that he says is necessary to deter Russia from attacking Ukraine again.
However, the deepening rift between the US’s Trump and Ukraine’s Zelensky has now increased the political jeopardy for him.
Zelenskyy calls for Africa’s support for Ukraine
Legit.ng also reported that Zelenskyy called for Africa’s support for Ukraine against the Russian invasion. He highlighted why Africa cannot afford to take a neutral position, warning that Russia’s victory will lead to World War III Mr Zelenskyy.
In a digital press conference with Legit.ng and other African news media, also highlighted what Africa stands to gain by supporting Ukraine.
The Ukrainian president advised Africa against supporting Russia, which, he said, is looking for more places to wreak havoc.
Why Nigeria, others should stand with Ukraine
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that the Russian war against Ukraine enters its third year in 2024, with no sign of cessation from Vladimir Putin's regime, causing widespread devastation and posing significant threats to global food and energy security.
Ukraine, a key food supplier, has lost a substantial portion of its grain storage capacity due to the war, jeopardising its ability to supply essential agricultural products like wheat, corn, and sunflower oil to the world market.
In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, Ukraine's ambassador to Nigeria, Kholostenko Ivan, highlighted Kyiv's efforts in ensuring food security and called for support from Nigeria and other countries.
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