Starmer supports Zelensky as democratically-elected leader in response to Trump comments

Sir Keir Starmer has publicly supported Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling him a "democratically-elected leader." This comes after Donald Trump labeled Zelensky a "dictator" for suspending elections during wartime, a move Starmer defended as reasonable. Starmer's statement aligns with the UK Prime Minister's support for Zelensky, emphasizing the need for cooperation in achieving peace in Ukraine. The Prime Minister noted that Britain also suspended elections during World War II. Tensions have risen between Ukraine and the U.S. following Trump's comments, which Zelensky countered by accusing Trump of living in a "disinformation space." Ukrainian officials have expressed concern over being excluded from recent U.S.-Russia peace talks.