Boris Johnson Criticizes US Policy on Ukraine War

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has voiced strong criticism of United States policy concerning the ongoing war in Ukraine, describing Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions as part of a "hideous and genocidal" plan. Johnson expressed his "disgust" at what he characterized as a betrayal by the U.S., particularly concerning the operation of the Starshield system, a military adaptation of Elon Musk's Starlink technology.

Johnson's comments came amidst Ukraine's efforts to defend against Russian aerial attacks, including the deployment of Iranian-designed Shahed drones. He noted that in Kyiv, at 1 a.m. local time, the city was responding to these threats with high-speed interceptors.

He questioned Europe's strategy for resolving the conflict, implying that a clear plan was lacking. The remarks suggest a divergence in perspectives on how to manage and ultimately end the war, with Johnson advocating for a more robust and decisive approach from Western allies. The details of the alleged US policy change regarding Starshield remain a point of contention, with Johnson implying it has undermined Ukrainian defense capabilities.