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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sophie Wingate

Burnham offers Zelensky new support for Ukraine in war against drones

  • New Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday, reaffirming the UK's steadfast support for Ukraine .
  • During the visit, Burnham will announce that Britain will transfer the intellectual property of its 'Stone Cloak' electronic warfare system to Ukraine, allowing for its mass production.
  • The tablet-sized 'Stone Cloak' device, designed to jam Russian drone detection, has already been supplied in thousands to Ukrainian forces by the Ministry of Defence.
  • This British-developed technology, proven on the frontline, is also slated for integration into the UK's next generation of long-range strike weapons, such as Project Brakestop.
  • The two leaders will also meet over 200 Ukrainian military personnel who have been training in the UK as part of Exercise Sea Breeze, enhancing their warfighting capabilities.

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Burnham hosts Zelensky and offers ‘stone cloak’ devices just a week after taking PM job

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