UK reaffirms support for Ukraine despite Putin's nuclear threats

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed support for Ukraine amid Russia's nuclear threats, stating that such rhetoric will not deter the UK. He emphasized the ongoing commitment to Ukraine on the 1,000th day of the conflict. Starmer criticized Vladimir Putin's absence from the G20 summit, calling him the "author of his own exile." He reiterated the need for Ukraine to receive necessary support to win the war against Russia. In related developments, the UK announced £7.5 million for new drones for Ukraine and imposed sanctions on ten individuals linked to the deportation of Ukrainian children. Ukraine also reported strikes on Russian military targets.