The international secretary has referred to as on the general public to “remember Ukraine’s fight for freedom” as Europe marks 104 years because the finish of the First World War.
James Cleverly will attend an Armistice Day service in Paris on Friday, hosted by President Emmanuel Macron – the primary since Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbour.
He will meet French international minister Catherine Colonna to debate the 2 international locations’ “shared challenges”, together with assist for Ukraine, enhancing power safety and small boat crossings within the Channel.
And he’ll spend time with Chelsea Pensioners, who’ve been fundraising in France for the Armed Services neighborhood.
‘Peace has been shattered’
Speaking forward of the journey, Mr Cleverly stated: “Since 1918 we have marked Armistice Day and paid tribute to the brave men and women who have served to give us peace.
“Yet as we salute our troops this 12 months, this peace has been shattered by a Russian aggressor.
“As we honour the war dead of the past, we also remember Ukraine’s fight for freedom today.”
He added: “The UK stands steadfast with our friends and allies in defence of freedom and democracy in Ukraine, and I am proud to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with a historic ally in Paris.”
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The international secretary may even converse on the Paris Peace Forum – a gathering of worldwide leaders, the place the Ukraine struggle can be anticipated to be mentioned.
Numerous occasions will happen throughout the UK, together with at The National Memorial Arboretum, with the nation falling silent at 11am to recollect those that have died in conflicts.
Source: information.sky.com”