UK and Finnish leaders discuss next steps in Ukraine diplomacy

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Finnish President Alexander Stubb discussed efforts to end Russia’s war in Ukraine in a phone call on November 8. Downing Street said the two reviewed the previous week’s talks in Brussels and agreed to keep up efforts toward a durable and just peace. The conversation also covered European security.

Burnham argued that Ukraine’s partners should increase pressure on Moscow to engage in negotiations, according to the British readout. The two also discussed Britain’s ties with the European Union ahead of a summit later in November. Downing Street reported no new agreement from the call. [evidence-1]