Volodymyr Zelensky has said he is ‘very happy’ Boris Johnson survived Monday night’s confidence vote and has referred to him as an 'ally' of Ukraine.
in 2018.Mr Zelensky described Mr Johnson ‘a true friend’ as he spoke over video link to an event hosted by the Financial Times.‘I regard him as our ally, and Great Britain as a great ally.’
Speaking through a translator, Mr Zelensky added: ‘Boris is supporting us. Boris is very concrete in supporting Ukraine. ‘I do not know who was responsible for this decision yesterday but I’m glad we have not lost a very important ally. This is great news.Ukraine Prime Minister Volodymyr Zelensky has referred to his British counterpart as a ‘true friend’ on whether Mr Johnson should continue in Downing Street after months of scandal, with momentum picking up following the publication of the Sue Gray report into lockdown parties.
Ahead of the vote on Tuesday, the Prime Minister shared a picture of himself on the phone to Mr Zelensky. ‘President just updated me on the ongoing battle against Russian aggression in the Donbas,’ Mr Johnson had tweeted.‘We’re unwavering in our mission of ensuring Ukraine is defended and supported for the long-term.’
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