Boris Johnson Accuses Ed Miliband of Aiding Putin’s Ukraine Invasion
Former UK PM Boris Johnson claims Ed Miliband's foreign secretary role aids Putin. Kremlin reportedly 'delighted' with appointment.
POLICY WIRE — London, UK — Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has asserted that Ed Miliband, recently appointed as Foreign Secretary, is partially responsible for Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Johnson stated that the Kremlin would be ‘delighted’ with Miliband’s new role.
“The Kremlin will be delighted with Ed Miliband’s appointment as foreign secretary,” Johnson remarked. “His past positions — and policies have given Putin the upper hand in international diplomacy.”
Miliband, a veteran Labour Party member, has previously been critical of NATO’s approach to Russia. His appointment has sparked debate within the UK political sphere, with some arguing his stance could undermine UK-Ukraine relations.
The Foreign Office hasn’t yet commented on Johnson’s claims. Miliband’s predecessor, James Cleverly, emphasized the need for continuity in foreign policy despite the change in leadership.
This development comes amid ongoing tensions between the UK — and Russia, further complicated by the conflict in Ukraine. International observers are closely watching how the new foreign secretary will navigate these challenging diplomatic waters.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
