Ukraine Military Support 2024-10-14
2024-10-14
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Q1
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The question follows Russia's brutal, illegal invasion of Ukraine.
What steps is the government taking to increase military support to Ukraine?
Travelling to Odesa on second day in job, met President Zelensky. Stepped up military aid, sped up battlefield supply deliveries. Confirming £3 billion per year in military aid for this year and every year needed.
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Q2
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Medics4Ukraine has delivered £3 million in medical aid and training, and its founders received medals.
Does the Secretary of State agree that medical support is a strategic component and will meet Medics4Ukraine's founders?
Agrees, pays tribute to Medics4Ukraine. UK's Defence Medical Services at forefront in Ukraine's military healthcare system development. Provided training for battlefield surgical teams and medical equipment. Willing to meet with founder to discuss further support.
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Q3
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The Prime Minister hosted President Zelensky and welcomed new NATO Secretary-General to London.
What steps is my right hon. Friend taking to ensure UK meets its NATO obligations and strengthen leadership in NATO?
First priority, will be centrepiece of defence plan. Strategic Defence Review heart of it. President Zelensky promoted victory plan; UK must support Ukraine during coming weeks.
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Specific steps to ensure NATO obligations are met and strengthen leadership were not detailed
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Democratic world cannot afford to lose the war, as total defence expenditure of allies far exceeds Russia.
Does the Secretary of State agree that democratic world cannot afford to lose this war and when will we deploy might for decisive victory?
Right on both counts. Defence of UK and Europe starts in Ukraine, must stand with Ukraine. Allies together must do more now to support Ukraine in future.
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Timeline for deploying military might was not provided
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Q5
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Phillips O'Brien and Eliot Cohen's report on failures in analysis at the start of full-scale invasion.
Will the Secretary of State consider Phillips O'Brien and Eliot Cohen's report for next process, support for Ukraine and international building?
Will indeed. If hon. Gentleman sends executive summary rather than full report, will take a look at it.
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