Yvette Cooper, UK’s new Foreign Secretary, has made her first official overseas visit in her new role to Ukraine.

Axar.az reports, citing Ukrainian media, during her visit, Cooper is expected to emphasise the UK’s unwavering support for Ukraine and make clear that defending Ukraine against Russian aggression is essential for the security of both the UK and Europe.

"I have chosen to visit Ukraine in my first few days as Foreign Secretary because Ukraine’s security is crucial to the UK’s security. I am clear that the UK’s support is unwavering and stronger than ever as we know the long-term security and stability threat that Russian aggression poses not just to Ukraine, but to the whole of Europe and to all of us here in the UK."