Brief
Zelensky thanks King Charles for unwavering support during London audience
Zelensky praised the British monarch’s assistance as he prepared for discussions on security and sanctions with Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met King Charles III in the Chinese Dining Room of Buckingham Palace on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Standard. After the audience, Zelensky posted on X, "I thank His Majesty King Charles III for the audience… for his unwavering support for Ukraine" and added gratitude for all UK assistance.
The president said he would also meet Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who is expected to announce accelerated military aid and further sanctions against Moscow. The two leaders shook hands and spoke for about 25 minutes before Zelensky moved to the private audience room. Zelensky later wrote that the meeting with the king and the prime minister would cover a wide range of security issues and decisions to strengthen Ukraine.
Key facts
- Zelensky met King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on 14 October 2026 (standard.co.uk)
- Zelensky thanked the king for "unwavering support" on X (standard.co.uk)
- Zelensky is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Andy Burnham to discuss security and sanctions (standard.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] standard.co.uk — originally reported as “Zelensky personally thanks King for his ‘unwavering support’ for Ukraine”
