UK Foreign Secretary Cooper Visits Kyiv, Announces £142M Aid Boost for Ukraine

Yvette Cooper, the UK's new Foreign Secretary, made her first overseas visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, reaffirming Britain's strong support amid the ongoing war with Russia. During her visit, Cooper met with President Volodymyr Zelensky and other Ukrainian officials to discuss enhanced cooperation, including security guarantees, joint defense projects like interceptor drones, and increased sanctions on Russia. She announced a £142 million aid package to support Ukraine through the winter, with £100 million allocated to frontline communities for humanitarian assistance and £42 million to repair and protect critical energy infrastructure. Cooper emphasized that Ukraine's security is integral to the UK's security and pledged unwavering support until peace and reconstruction are achieved. Her visit also included witnessing the damage caused by recent Russian strikes to Kyiv's government buildings and meeting displaced families affected by the conflict. The UK government condemned Russia's continued aggression and delayed peace talks, highlighting its commitment to sustaining pressure on Russia through sanctions and financial aid.