Boris Johnson urges Western leaders to supply weapons to Ukraine

Boris Johnson, the ex-Prime Minister, has criticized Western leaders for their slow response in supplying weapons to Ukraine. In an article for The Spectator, Johnson accused the West of "overestimating" Russian President Vladimir Putin and cautioned against a peace deal with Russia.

Call for action

Johnson argued that Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, desperately needs ballistic defense stockpiles from the United States, which are currently kept "on ice." He questioned why there was a delay in providing the weaponry, stating, "There is only one thing they want from us, and that is the weaponry to finish the job. I simply do not understand why we keep dragging our feet."

A show of support

Earlier this year, Boris Johnson made an unexpected visit to Ukraine, where he met with President Zelensky. During the visit, Johnson promised the UK's support to Ukraine in their fight against Vladimir Putin in the ongoing Ukraine war. The former Prime Minister expressed solidarity with the people of Ukraine and pledged long-term assistance in reconstruction efforts.

Promising to stand by Ukraine

During his visit, Johnson made stops in towns affected by Russian aggression, including Bucha, where a mass grave containing victims of a Russian massacre was discovered. The ex-PM also held face-to-face talks with President Zelensky, expressing the UK's commitment to Ukraine's cause and reassuring that "we will be there for the long-term."

Boris Johnson's strong stance on supporting Ukraine and his criticism of Western hesitance in supplying weapons has added to the ongoing debate surrounding the Ukraine conflict. Western leaders will now face increased pressure to respond to Johnson's call and provide the necessary military aid to Ukraine.