UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, during a telephone call with US President Donald Trump, stressed the critical importance of granting Ukraine full access to the Starlink system.
This is stated on the UK government’s website.
According to Burnham, this is necessary so that the Ukrainian military can continue to defend itself effectively against Russia’s full-scale invasion.
In addition, the leaders discussed efforts to end the war. The British Prime Minister noted Trump’s work to bring Putin to the negotiating table, and the sides agreed to work together with international partners to stop the war.
During the conversation, the politicians also touched on energy issues, welcoming cooperation between British and American companies in the nuclear energy sector and the approval of the Jackdaw project, which is intended to support the economy and jobs in Britain. They also discussed the situation around the Falkland Islands in light of Argentina’s actions and exchanged views on the situation in the Middle East, where Britain reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks.
- In recent days, US members of Congress have urged the Trump administration to secure the restoration of Ukraine’s full access to Starlink and Starshield. In particular, members of the House of Representatives appealed to US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to expand the Starshield contract. Reliable satellite communications are crucial for command and control, drone operations, logistics and communications at the front.