UK Considers Training Ukrainian Troops Within Ukraine

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed refining the UK’s military training program to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky agreed on the need to enhance the UK-led Operation Interflex training program for Ukrainian forces.
Discussions included the possibility of relocating British troop training for Ukrainians to western Ukraine, though this has not been confirmed.
The move aims to address logistical challenges and encourage more Ukrainians to join the military, amid concerns over proper training and equipment.
Western training bases in Ukraine, while far from the front lines, have previously been targeted by Russian missile strikes, raising safety concerns for British trainers.
The talks come at a critical moment as Russia intensifies its offensive, and the UK pledges to increase military support and international coordination for Ukraine in 2025.