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15 May 2023

Ukraine-Russia war: UK pledges long-range attack drones and missiles

International Editor

Britain has pledged hundreds of long range attack drones and missiles for Ukraine, as Rishi Sunak hosted President Zelenskyy for talks at Chequers.

The two leaders hugged as Mr Sunak said Ukraine’s bravery and fortitude in the face of Russia’s aggression were an “inspiration to us all”.

The UK has provided Ukraine with longer range weapons than any other country as Ukraine prepares to launch its expected counter offensive.