British defence policy since 1997: background issues

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British defence policy since 1997: background issues. HC Research Paper 08/58.

Ukraine crisis

This page features Commons Library publications relevant to the current crisis in Ukraine.
Military assistance to Ukraine since the Russian invasion

What weapons and other military support have been given to Ukraine by the UK, the US and its allies and partners? What military assistance is NATO and the EU providing? This paper focuses on the military assistance provided to Ukraine since the Russian invasion started on 24 February 2022.
Sanctions against Russia

In response to Russian military action in Ukraine, Western allies and other partners across the globe have imposed an unprecedented package of coordinated sanctions against Russia. What has been announced and are further measures likely? This briefing paper should be taken as correct at the time of writing.