Tuesday, February 1, 2022

JOHNSON IN KIEV FOR TALKS

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's visiting Ukraine saying he's seeking a diplomatic solution to rising tensions with Russia.

The UK's announced £88m in funding for the promotion of stable governance in Ukraine and energy independence from Moscow.

London's also set out legislation to allow it to toughen a sanctions response against Russia.

Moscow insists it is not planning to invade Ukraine.

Foreign policy expert Professor Angela Stent says avoiding an invasion will require compromises.

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