Britain considers setting up military base in Ukraine

According to RIA Novosti, the British government said that the country will explore options for deploying elements of its defense infrastructure, including military bases, in Ukraine.

On January 16, British ministers announced a landmark strategic agreement on a “100-year partnership” with Ukraine.

“The parties to the agreement will explore options for deploying and maintaining defense infrastructure in Ukraine, including military bases, logistics depots and military equipment storage facilities,” the statement from the agreement said.

London and Kiev also agreed to step up cooperation on long-range strike weapons, integrated air and missile defence, and “build up arsenals to support deterrence”.

During the British leader’s visit to Kiev, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed an agreement on a “100-year” partnership between Ukraine and the UK on January 16. According to the Ukrainian leader, there is a secret part in that agreement.

The “centennial agreement” is expected to strengthen military cooperation on maritime security and strengthen Britain’s position as a leading partner in Ukraine’s energy, key minerals and steel production, among other areas.

Also during this meeting, according to some media, a UAV believed to be Russian was intercepted at a location in central Kiev. Immediately after, President Zelensky issued a warning that Russia would "greet" the suicide UAV in response to the appearance of the suicide UAV in Kiev.