Zelensky Meets UK PM Starmer, NATO Chief

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street, emphasizing the critical need for Western support as Ukraine faces ongoing Russian aggression. Zelensky is advocating for long-range missiles, specifically British Storm Shadow missiles, to aid in the conflict, which he likens to fighting with his hands tied. The discussions included NATO's new Secretary-General, Mark Rutte, who recognized the UK's significant role in supporting Ukraine. Starmer reiterated the importance of the NATO alliance in light of the invasion and expressed the UK's commitment to Ukraine. Zelensky's diplomatic tour continues through Europe, having recently signed a defense cooperation agreement with Croatia and planning to meet with Pope Francis. The anticipated meeting of arms donors at Ramstein Air Base was postponed due to President Biden's focus on Hurricane Milton preparations.