UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling his ceasefire promises in the Ukraine conflict “hollow.”
Speaking ahead of a Kyiv allies’ summit in Paris on Thursday, Starmer accused Putin of not being serious about peace talks, unlike Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
“Playing games with the agreed naval ceasefire in the Black Sea despite good faith participation from all sides — all while continuing to inflict devastating attacks on the Ukrainian people. His promises are hollow,” he said.
The British leader said the United States “is playing a leading role by convening the ceasefire talks”, adding, “President Zelensky has demonstrated his commitment repeatedly, and Europe is stepping up to play its part to defend Ukraine’s future.
“Now Putin needs to show he’s willing to play ball,” Starmer added.
AFP
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