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Ukrainian president says he hopes for ‘results’ as he sits down with negotiators later today
During his press conference, Starmer also spoke about his intention to get closer to the European Union.
Replying to a question from the Guardian’s Jessica Elgot, he said:
“I do think that we should strengthen our cooperation on defence, security, energy, emissions and the economy. …
I’m ambitious that we can do more in relation to the single market, because I think that’s hugely in our economic interests.
“Let me say a number of things in response to that. Firstly, Nato is the single most effective military alliance the world has ever seen, and it has kept us safe for many decades. And we are fully committed to Nato.
Secondly, that whatever the pressure on me and others, whatever the noise, I’m going to act in the British national interest in all the decisions that I make. And that’s why I’ve been absolutely clear that this is not our war, and we’re not going to get dragged into it.”
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