Boris Johnson Urges West to Act Now in Response to Russian Invasion of Ukraine

In an article for the Daily Mail, former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has called on the West, including Britain, to take action in response to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Johnson criticized Western countries for not providing Ukraine with the weapons it needs to defend itself against Russia. He warned that if Russia were to defeat Ukraine, it would be a significant turning point in history with far-reaching consequences.

Johnson emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that every week that passes without providing Ukraine with the necessary weapons brings Putin closer to his goal of destroying a European country. He expressed concern that a defeat for Ukraine would embolden autocracies around the world and weaken Western democracies’ ability to protect democracy.

The former Prime Minister highlighted the dire situation in Ukraine, where soldiers lack the necessary equipment to defend themselves against Russian attacks. He urged the US Congress to approve a $60bn military aid package for Ukraine and called on Germany to supply Taurus missiles to support the country in its fight against Russian aggression.

Johnson stressed the importance of investing in Ukraine’s defense as a cost-effective way to defend freedom. He warned that the West must act now to prevent further escalation of the conflict and protect democracy from being threatened by authoritarian regimes. He called on Western countries, including Britain, to wake up from their complacency and stand up for Ukraine before it’s too late.