British News Agency

United Kingdom Defence Secretary John Healey drew attention to the continuity of the country's Ukraine policy, its national security stance, and the attitudes of opposition parties despite changes in government.

Emphasizing his country's international role and political determination, Healey said: "I am proud of the United Kingdom's leadership on Ukraine - under the previous government and under this Labour government, that leadership has become even stronger."

Criticizing opposition rhetoric in domestic politics and the political stance being displayed, Healey concluded his statement by saying: "But there is nothing to be proud of in taking down Ukrainian flags and promoting Putin as a leader, as the Reform Party does."