International Allies Stand Firm Against Russia's Invasion of Ukraine as US Aid Wavers

The UK and France have reiterated their determination to ensure that Russia's invasion of Ukraine fails, with the UK foreign minister emphasizing the need for Ukraine's allies to leverage their economic strength to outmatch Moscow. Meanwhile, US aid to Ukraine is faltering due to domestic political issues. The EU has provided significant financial and military assistance, but discussions about further aid are ongoing. Both the UK and France pledged continued support for Ukraine, and emphasized the importance of writing the next phase of the conflict with their Western partners. The leaders also discussed the Israel-Hamas war, with France calling for a humanitarian pause and the UK emphasizing the need for a sustainable ceasefire.