Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer and shadow Defence Secretary John Healey visited British troops at a NATO base 150km from the Russian border in Estonia to thank them for their service, particularly over the Christmas period. The visit underscored Labour's 'unshakeable commitment to NATO' and the party's support for Ukraine against Russian aggression, with an emphasis on a secure and stable Europe. The trip also aimed to put Ukraine on a definitive path to NATO membership, marking a clear policy shift from former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn. News outlets such as GBNEWS and TalkTV reported on the visit, highlighting the importance of the UK government's continued support for President Zelensky and NATO allies.
Good to see Keir and @JohnHealey_MP in Estonia sending a clear message that Labour backs our UK armed forces. I visited our troops in Estonia in late 2022. Their work keeps us and our allies safe. 🇬🇧 https://t.co/iRuEWim8OB
It was a pleasure to meet with our British troops in Estonia and to thank them for their commitment to standing tall against Russian aggression, especially over Christmas. Labour is proud of their service, bravery and professionalism. https://t.co/RtchwllmDc
EXCLUSIVE interview with Sir Keir Starmer visiting UK troops at a Nato base in Estonia, 100 miles from the Russian border, playing out now on @GBNEWS https://t.co/DTPFf5q2mL
Great to visit Tapa, near the Estonia-Russia border, with @Keir_Starmer thanking British Troops for their service over Christmas. @UKLabour will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes to win and stand ready to back further assistance to Ukraine and our NATO allies. https://t.co/fwtu3b1NR5
Sir Keir Starmer will thank British troops deployed near the Russian border on a visit to Estonia where he will warn of the threat Vladimir Putin poses to Europe and the UK Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/G55nWkjsMb
Keir Starmer to thank UK troops at Nato base in Estonia https://t.co/v3UH9Ql3yk
'I'm different from Jeremy Corbyn.' Political Correspondent Katherine Forster reports Keir Starmer's visit to Estonia to meet troops is to signal to the public that he is a safe pair of hands. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/VKrfPz8qrP
"It's really important that the current Government remains steadfast in its support of Zelensky." Former head of the British Army welcomes Keir Starmer's decision to visit Estonia to show support to "our armed forces". #TalkTV https://t.co/9esU4YfxfQ
NEW I am here for @GBNEWS in snowy Estonia where Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer and shadow Defence Secretary John Healey are meeting British troops at a Nato base 150km from the Russian border. https://t.co/UPA2MXBV8b
‘The party has an unshakeable commitment to NATO.' Political Correspondent, Steph Spyro, discusses Keir Starmer's trip to visit British troops stationed in Estonia. https://t.co/esajLEROwP
As the fight against Putin's aggression continues, Labour stands ready to back further assistance to Ukraine and to reinforce NATO allies like Estonia. @JohnHealey_MP and I are meeting British troops deployed here over Christmas to thank them for their service and bravery. https://t.co/BKz51J6ezQ
For a secure and stable Europe, put Ukraine on a definitive path to NATO, says @steven_pifer. https://t.co/vqqQqATINd