British finance minister Jeremy Hunt urged Ukraine's allies to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin during his visit to Kiev, reported PA Media and DPA, quoted by BTA.
Hunt is visiting Ukraine after the British government announced it was providing £500 million in military aid to Kiev and after British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledged long-term support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Hunt that providing critical aid to Ukraine is very important.
"The war in Ukraine has been raging for much longer than many thought, but today I saw that the determination of the Ukrainian people remains absolute. Now Ukraine's friends must put pressure on Putin to restore peace and prosperity to Europe - and we are determined to play a leading role," said Jeremy Hunt.
"Ukraine's security is our security and the billions in arms and equipment Britain has given so far is only the beginning of a long-term commitment to supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia for as long as necessary,'' he pointed out. the British Chancellor of the Exchequer.
"I want to thank you, your team, the Government, the Prime Minister, the Parliament and the people of the United Kingdom for being with us - with Ukraine - since the early days of" the war, Zelensky told Hunt.
"We are counting on you. You are true partners," the Ukrainian leader pointed out.