Starmer seeks EU Ukraine loan access amid alliance tensions
Keir Starmer said tensions between Donald Trump and Europe are high as he attended a European Political Community summit focused on Ukraine and Iran. The UK plans to begin talks on joining the EU’s £78bn recovery loan scheme for Kyiv, which could let British defence firms provide equipment in return for a UK contribution of up to £400m from funds already ringfenced for Ukraine. Brussels is also pressing for broader UK payments for more market access, including in energy and other areas. UK officials say any contribution must serve the national interest and offer value for taxpayers.
The UK may pay up to £400m into the Ukraine loan scheme.
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Trump has put pressure on allies over Ukraine, Nato and Iran. The UK wants closer links…
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