UK and EU Deepen Security Cooperation to Support Ukraine and Counter Russian Threats

High-level talks in London focus on military aid, economic pressure on Russia, and joint defense initiatives to ensure European security.

EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas meets UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Defence Secretary John Healey in London to discuss coordinated efforts on Ukraine.
The discussions include increasing financial pressure on Russia, ensuring reparations for Ukraine, and countering hybrid threats like cyberattacks and disinformation.
Both sides emphasize the need to upgrade UK-EU security and defense cooperation to address shared threats and enhance European security.
Efforts to boost defense spending and strengthen Europe’s defense industry are highlighted, with initiatives like the EU’s ReArm Europe and the UK’s increased defense budget.
The meeting builds momentum for the upcoming UK-EU Summit in May, which will focus on solidifying their foreign policy and security partnership.