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Sunak, in Kyiv, unveils 'unprecedented' aid package for Ukraine

IndiaTimes Friday, 12 January 2024
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced Friday a new multibillion-dollar aid package for Ukraine during a surprise visit to Kyiv, where he vowed British support for a decade.The pledge came at a crucial time for Ukraine as its allies in Brussels and Washington struggle to secure funding while Russia bolsters its weapon stockpiles and the ranks of its armed forces.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the "unprecedented" 10-year security cooperation agreement as well as the £2.5 billion ($3.2 billion) in new military aid earmarked for 2024.
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News video: Sunak and Zelenskyy visit a Kyiv hospital

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visits a hospital in Kyiv Ukraine, as part of his surprise visit to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This comes as Mr Sunak announces a £2.5bn support package for Ukraine. Report by Rowlandi. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at...

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