Andy Burnham arrives in Ukraine with plans to share UK blueprints for long-range missiles – Europe live

The Guardian reports that Andy Burnham has arrived in Ukraine with plans to share UK blueprints for long-range missiles. The UK prime minister is also expected to announce support for France in setting up missile assembly lines during his Kyiv visit. Several European leaders, including German chancellor Friedrich Merz, have expressed solidarity, with Merz saying they stand firmly by Ukraine's side. The visit coincides with Ukraine's Independence Day, a moment European leaders are using to reaffirm their backing.

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