British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to meet with US President-elect Donald Trump in late January or early February, according to The Times. During his visit to Washington, Starmer plans to advocate for continued American military support to Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. This diplomatic effort follows Trump’s earlier campaign promises to prioritize a swift resolution to the war.

Downing Street has hinted that Starmer’s visit will occur shortly after Trump’s inauguration on January 20. The British prime minister reportedly intends to emphasize the strategic importance of ongoing Western military aid to Ukraine. According to The Times, Starmer will “strongly urge” Trump to maintain the US’s role in providing weapons and financial assistance to Kiev, despite Trump’s more conciliatory stance on Russia during his campaign.

Trump’s position on the Ukraine conflict has been a focal point of international debate. He has criticized the Biden administration’s extensive financial commitments to Ukraine, labeling them as excessive and suggesting that they detract from addressing domestic issues. Trump’s repeated claim that he could broker peace within 24 hours of taking office has drawn skepticism from many Western allies, including the UK.

Starmer’s approach contrasts sharply with Trump’s proposed strategy for Ukraine. During his campaign, Trump hinted at using American aid as leverage to pressure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky into peace negotiations. He has also expressed frustration over what he perceives as........

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