It all comes down to perception: the look of a fresh, dynamic administration that is full of benevolence and eager to get started with some of the UK’s most significant allies.
Following an evening with his German counterpart Annalena Baerbock, during which the two managed to catch a brief portion of England’s quarterfinal in the European Championship, Mr. Lammy’s visit proceeded to the picturesque environs of Poland’s Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorsky’s country residence.
Following several hours of discussions, it was time to board the aircraft once more and take a quick flight north to Sweden, one of NATO’s newest members.
Why Sweden, Germany, and Poland?
in part due to Ukraine. All three nations, together with Britain, are crucial to the continuation of Kyiv’s war effort. The administration of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is eager to emphasize that the UK’s commitment to Ukraine will remain unwavering, especially with the arrival of John Healey as the new Defense Secretary in Odesa.
After meeting with President Zelensky and his Russian counterpart, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, Mr. Healey said that the UK will supply approximately 100 precision Brimstone missiles, a quarter of a million rounds of ammunition, and more artillery weapons.
