UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warmly welcomed the news from Saudi Arabia regarding Ukraine’s acceptance of a ceasefire.
“This is a significant moment for peace in Ukraine, and we must now double our efforts to achieve a lasting and secure peace as soon as possible,” Starmer stated in a declaration.
Echoing a phrase used by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Starmer emphasized, “The ball is now in Russia’s court.”
He added, “Russia must now agree to a ceasefire and an end to the fighting as well,” as reported by the BBC and Gazeta Express.
“We are ready to help bring this war to a fair and lasting end, allowing Ukraine to enjoy its freedom,” Starmer concluded, announcing plans to gather leaders this weekend to discuss the “next steps.”
