The Guardian
Wes Streeting urges US backing for Ukraine after Starlink dispute
In Washington, Wes Streeting called on the US to keep supporting Ukraine while trying to ease tensions following the Starlink dispute. The UK defence secretary said Pete Hegseth had directly assured him that the system was restored. Ahead of their meeting, Streeting presented backing Ukraine as beneficial to Washington’s long-term interests and as a commercial opportunity.
What to know
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Wes Streeting argued that backing Ukraine serves US long-term interests and offers a commercial opportunity.
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He said Pete Hegseth had directly assured him that the Starlink system had been restored.
Why it matters
The report frames the Starlink dispute as a threat to Ukraine’s war effort, providing context for the appeal for continued US support.
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