"That is something that causes me deep concern."Ĭluster bombs detonate in the air and release "bomblets" that scatter over a large area. "I would like to find a way to properly arm Ukraine but without using these weapons, which can have an impact on the battlefield at that time, on that day but for months and years afterwards.
Speaking to Sophy Ridge on Sunday, she said: "We all agree that Ukraine needs to be properly armed to fight Russia and its legal invasion, but I am concerned about the use of cluster bombs. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he "discourages" their use, and now shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves has said she is "concerned" about them being sent to Kyiv. The decision to supply the weapon, which has been banned by more than 100 countries, has sparked controversy across the NATO alliance. To read all the latest updates from the world of politics, check out our other blog below.Īs we have been reporting for the last couple of days, the US has announced it will send cluster munitions to Ukraine. She added Ukraine will more than likely be discussed in the bilateral meeting, and said the PM and Mr Biden have a "very good working relationship". She said the UK has given lots of practical help to Ukraine, but insisted: "We have signed this convention, and for us, that is our position on these bombs."
On cluster bombs, she noted the UK has signed the convention banning the weapons and discouraging their use, adding: "We are trying to do what we can to support Ukraine." She noted it will be the fifth time Mr Biden and Mr Sunak have met in the last five months, adding: "The special relationship is still very much strong and secure." The US president is due to land in the UK later today ahead of meeting the PM tomorrow, and Ms Atkins said the government is "very pleased" he is coming. Victoria Atkins, financial secretary to the Treasury, has told Sophy Ridge on Sunday the "special relationship" between the US and the UK is on solid ground, despite Rishi Sunak's apparent displeasure at Joe Biden's decision to supply cluster bombs to Ukraine.
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