British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the West must be "bolder" in supporting Ukraine, providing the country with more long-range weapons, drones and munitions to stave off a resurgent Russian military advance.
"Putin’s Russia continues to pose the greatest threat to global security we face today," Sunak wrote in a piece for Britain's The Sunday Times marking the two year anniversary since the Kremlin launched its full-scale invasion.
"This war poses a fundamental question about whether the West is willing to do what it takes to protect freedom and security in Europe and beyond. "
Sunak said that his country and its Western democratic allies must not give in to the increasing pessimism over Kyiv's ability to defeat Moscow. He said it is up to Ukraine's partners to confront the "tough" situation on the battlefield, but also to change it.
"It seems to have become fashionable to proclaim that Ukraine is somehow destined to lose. But that is simply wrong," Sunak said.
"We should be realistic, yes. But we should never countenance the defeatism which serves only [Russian President Vladimir] Putin’s ends."
Sunak also used the same word – "bolder" – in calling for the West to step up its seizure of Russian assets.
"That starts with taking the billions in interest these assets are collecting and sending it to Ukraine instead," he added.
On Saturday, G7 leaders said they remained committed to supporting Ukraine for “as long as it takes."