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The Prime Minister insisted the UK will back Ukraine “for as long as it takes” as he made a speech at the Lord Mayor’s Banquet in London, but for the first time acknowledged the conflict could move towards a negotiated end. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has in recent weeks suggested he is open to a possible ceasefire with Vladimir Putin’s Russia. Kyiv and its European allies meanwhile fear the advent of Donald Trump’s return to the White House could result in American aid being halted. President-elect Trump has said he would prefer to move towards a peace deal, and has claimed he could end the conflict on “day one” of his time in power. As he attempts to strike up a good relationship with the incoming president, Sir Keir revealed he had told Mr Trump the UK “will invest more deeply than ever in this transatlantic bond with our American friends in the years to come”. In his speech at London’s Guildhall, the Prime Minister said there is “no question it is right we support Ukraine”, as the UK’s aid to Kyiv is “deeply in our self-interest”. Allowing Russia to win the war would mean “other autocrats would believe they can follow Putin’s example,” he warned. Sir Keir added: “So we must continue to back Ukraine and do what it takes to support their self-defence for as long as it takes. “To put Ukraine in the strongest possible position for negotiations so they can secure a just and lasting peace on their terms that guarantees their security, independence, and right to choose their own future.” Mr Zelensky told Sky News over the weekend he would be open to speaking with Mr Putin, but branded the Russian president a “terrorist”. He also suggested Ukrainian territory under his control should be taken under the “Nato umbrella” to try to stop the “hot stage” of the war with Russia. In a banquet speech focused on foreign affairs, the Prime Minister said it was “plain wrong” to suggest the UK must choose between its allies, adding: “I reject it utterly. “(Clement) Attlee did not choose between allies. (Winston) Churchill did not choose. “The national interest demands that we work with both.” Sir Keir said the UK and the US were “intertwined” when it came to commerce, technology and security. The Prime Minister added: “That’s why, when President Trump graciously hosted me for dinner in Trump Tower, I told him that we will invest more deeply than ever in this transatlantic bond with our American friends in the years to come.” He also repeated his commitment to “rebuild our ties with Europe” and insisted he was right to try to build closer links with China. “It is remarkable that until I met President Xi last month there had been no face-to-face meeting between British and Chinese leaders for six years,” the Prime Minister said. “We can’t simply look the other way. We need to engage. To co-operate, to compete and to challenge on growth, on security concerns, on climate as well as addressing our differences in a full and frank way on issues like Hong Kong, human rights, and sanctions on our parliamentarians,” he added. The Prime Minister said he wants Britain’s role in the world to be that of “a constant and responsible actor in turbulent times”. He added: “To be the soundest ally and to be determined, always, in everything we do. “Every exchange we have with other nations, every agreement we enter into to deliver for the British people and show, beyond doubt, that Britain is back.” Ahead of Sir Keir’s speech, Lord Mayor Alastair King urged the Prime Minister and his Government to loosen regulations on the City of London to help it maintain its competitive edge. In an echo of Sir Keir’s commitment to drive the UK’s economic growth, the Lord Mayor said: “The idealist will dream of growth, but the pragmatist understands that our most effective machinery to drive growth is here in the City, in the hands of some of the brightest and most committed people that you will find anywhere in the world.”Fans in shock after son and daughter of legendary comedic actors announce engagementPro-European Social Democrat Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu was leading in Sunday’s first round of Romania’s presidential election, according to two exit polls released soon after the end of voting. Ciolacu scored 25% of the vote while the centre-right former journalist turned small-town mayor Elena Lasconi was on 18%, according to the polls. Two far-right candidates scored 15% and 16% . Voting finished at 9pm. In the absence of an outright winner in the first round — scoring more than 50% — the top two candidates go through to a second-round run-off on December 8. Romanians voted on Sunday in the first round of a presidential election amid a surge in inflation and fears over the war in neighbouring Ukraine that could favour far-right leader George Simion. The vote kicks off two weeks of elections in the poor Nato member country, including a parliamentary vote and a December 8 presidential run-off. Social democrat Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu is leading a field of 13 contenders in the race to take over from President Klaus Iohannis in the largely ceremonial post. Ciolacu has about 25% support in opinion polls, followed by AUR leader Simion on 15% to 19% . Ciolacu, whose Social Democratic Party (PSD) has shaped the country’s politics for more than three decades, promised stability and a “decent” standard of living as he voted on Sunday. Simion, 38, has seen his popularity surge by tapping into voter anger over record inflation — 10% last year and 5.5% predicted for 2024 — while promising more affordable housing. Looking for a new election breakthrough for European far-right parties, he warned of possible “fraud” and “foreign interference” when voting. But he added: “I am happy that we are giving Romanians hope and the prospect of a better future.” Simion is targeting people like Rodica, a 69-year-old who was among the first to vote in Bucharest’s chilly sunshine. The pensioner, who would not give a family name, was afraid of the Ukraine war and wanted “better living conditions and peace”. Andrea Irimie, a 29-year-old teacher, was also concerned about Ukraine and said she wanted “change”. The stakes are high for Romania, which has a 650-kilometre border with Ukraine and has become more important since Russia invaded its neighbour in 2022. The Black Sea nation now plays a “vital strategic role” for Nato — as it is a base for more than 5,000 soldiers — and the transit of Ukrainian grain, the New Strategy Center think tank said. Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election has further “complicated” Romania’s choice, political analyst Cristian Pirvulescu told AFP. Known for his fiery speeches, Simion is a Trump fan who sometimes dons a red cap in appreciation of his idol. Simion opposes sending military aid to Ukraine, wants a “more patriotic Romania” and frequently lashes out against what he calls the “greedy corrupt bubble” running the European Union. Having campaigned hard to win over Romania’s large diaspora working abroad, he said the country has only had “minions and cowards as leaders”. Analyst Pirvulescu predicted that if Simion reaches the second round his AUR party would get a boost in the December parliamentary election. “Romanian democracy is in danger for the first time since the fall of communism in 1989,” he added. ”I’m really afraid we’ll end up with Simion in the second round,” 36-year-old IT worker Oana Diaconu told AFP, expressing concern about the far-right leader’s unpredictable nature and attacks on the European Union. The campaign has been marked by controversy and personal attacks, with Simion facing accusations of meeting with Russian spies — a claim he has denied. Ciolacu has been criticised for his use of private jets. Polling in third place is former journalist Elena Lasconi, who became mayor of the small town of Campulung and head of a centre-right opposition party, who some tip as a potential surprise package. Lasconi said she wanted a future “where no one has to pack their suitcases and leave” the country and for “institutions that work”. 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NFL fans were not impressed with Cris Collinsworth's call during a play that can be deemed as one of, if not, the best plays of the season. NBC broadcaster Cris Collinsworth managed to reference Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce during a jaw-dropping play made by Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during Sunday Night Football . Allen added to his MVP resume against the San Francisco 49ers. The 28-year-old became the first quarterback to throw a touchdown, rush for a score, and catch a touchdown in the same contest. Two of those touchdowns, the passing and the catching, occurred on the same play during the third quarter when Allen threw a pass to Amari Cooper. The wide receiver proceeded to lateral the football to Allen, who then ran into the end zone. Read More on NFL The rarely-seen play caused Collinsworth to shout "No!" in disbelief as Allen dove for the pylon and scored the touchdown. Collinsworth then added, "That didn't just happen?" before really disappointing fans with his commentary. "Now how many times have we seen stuff like this out of Kansas City and Travis Kelce ," he said about the play. Collinsworth referenced Kelce, and other Chiefs players', knack for lateralling the football after catching a pass from Mahomes. Most read in American Football Fans moaned about Collinsworth's call of the play on social media . "HOW did Cris Collinsworth see THAT Bills touchdown and praise TRAVIS KELCE, AND say 'that was Kansas City magic?!?!?!?! He has to be doing it on purpose now," one wrote. "Only friggen Collinsworth manages to [bring up] Mahomes/Kelce [while] describing an insane Josh Allen play," another added. "Cris Collinsworth there is zero chance you just brought up Travis Kelce and the Chiefs," a third commented. "I hate you Cris," a fourth added. Allen and the Bills dominated the 49ers, beating them by a score of 35-10. The victory gave the Bills their 10th win of the season. After the win, Buffalo clinched their fifth straight AFC East title. Read More on The US Sun NFL playoff picture - how match-ups would look if they were being played today The Bills will go on the road to face the 6-6 Los Angeles Rams next week. The Rams are coming off a 21-14 win over the New Orleans Saints
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