LIVE: Keir Starmer Speaks to UK Parliament After Meetings with Trump and Zelenskyy

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has addressed Parliament following his meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Key Points from Starmer's Speech:
Continued Support for Ukraine: Starmer emphasized the importance of maintaining military aid for Ukraine, especially amid concerns that Trump may reduce support for Kyiv.
Western Commitment to Security: He urged Western nations to continue financial and military assistance to Ukraine even after a potential peace deal, stressing that security guarantees beyond economic agreements are necessary.
UK’s Role in Peace Initiatives: His speech followed a defense summit in London and discussions on a new UK-France peace initiative. He highlighted that the U.S. remains a key partner in any peace agreement involving Ukraine.
Response to Trump-Zelenskyy Tensions: Starmer reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to working closely with the U.S. and countering Russian aggression, following recent tensions between Trump and Zelenskyy.
Cross-Party Support and Criticism: While Starmer received bipartisan support for his stance, some Labour MPs raised concerns about reallocating foreign aid funds toward defense spending.
Zelenskyy’s Leadership: He defended Zelenskyy as Ukraine’s democratically elected leader after Trump referred to him as a "dictator."
Starmer concluded his speech by stating that supporting Ukraine is both a moral obligation and a strategic necessity to prevent further Russian aggression and maintain European stability.