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Ukraine

20 February 2023

Lead MP

James Cleverly

Debate Type

General Debate

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Ukraine
Other Contributors: 34

At a Glance

James Cleverly raised concerns about ukraine in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

How the Debate Unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:

Lead Contributor

Opened the debate
The Foreign Secretary emphasised the illegal and unprovoked nature of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, highlighting that President Putin could stop the war at once by withdrawing his forces from Ukrainian land. He praised the heroic resistance of Ukrainians and the unity and resoluteness of the international community in supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Cleverly stated that increased military support for Ukraine is essential to end the war humanely, noting that since the invasion began, the UK’s military, humanitarian and economic support has reached nearly £4 billion. He also mentioned the importance of accountability for war crimes and atrocities committed by Russian forces.
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