Starmer 'always a welcome guest in Ukraine' Zelensky says, after British PM announces resignation

The Kyiv Independent ^ | June 22, 2026

[MinorityRepublican]

Keir Starmer announced on June 22 that he would resign as the U.K. prime minister and Labour Party leader, a step that follows months of mounting internal pressure.

The departure is likely to trigger a leadership contest and deepen political uncertainty in one of Ukraine's most vital allies.

Andy Burnham, Starmer's Labour Party rival, has been discussed as the likely next prime minister after securing a seat in parliament in last week's by-election.

During his resignation speech, Starmer listed "standing with Ukraine" and rebuilding relations with European allies as one of his government's main achievements.

"Every decision I've taken has been about putting the country I love first," Starmer told reporters in front of 10 Downing Street, the prime minister's London residence. "That is why I will resign as the leader of the Labour Party."

Starmer said he had spoken with King Charles III and will ask Labour to open leadership nominations on July 9, with a new leader to be in place before parliament returns from its summer recess in September.

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TOPICS: Crime/Corruption; Ukraine; United Kingdom
KEYWORDS: mrbeanoncrack; queerstarmer

[Sarah Barracuda]

Of course..grifters gotta keep grifting

[Jane Long]

Good. He can move there with other grifters.

[kiryandil]

The Steamer: “Every decision I’ve taken has been about putting the country I love first [Ukraine]”

Another victim of the Zelensky Curse...

[Bullish]

Hey Zelensky, who wants to go to Ukraine now that you’ve ruined it?

[Right_Wing_Madman]

"standing with Ukraine"

This may be the best way to demolish your political career.