Ukraine war LIVE – Boris Johnson says Putin’s troops WILL be destroyed as he makes shock Independence Day trip to Kyiva

BORIS Johnson has said Ukraine “will win the war” against Russia as he made a surprise stop in Kyiv to mark the country’s Independence Day. Amid fresh concerns over Putin‘s health, his security officials have bluntly told the warmongering president that he has run out of “good” options, insiders claim. And making his last visit to Ukraine before leaving office, the PM said the UK “will continue to stand with our friends” as he set out a further £54 million package of military aid to repel the invaders. Mr Johnson’s visit came as Ukraine marked 31 years since its independence from Moscow’s rule. The Prime Minister has formed a close bond with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and his visit appears intended to demonstrate that the links between the two countries will continue once he has left No 10. Speaking on his third trip to the city, he said: “For the past six months, the United Kingdom has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Ukraine, supporting this sovereign country to defend itself from this barbaric and illegal invader. “Today’s package of support will give the brave and resilient Ukrainian Armed Forces another boost in capability, allowing them to continue to push back Russian forces and fight for their freedom. “What happens in Ukraine matters to us all, which is why I am here today to deliver the message that the United Kingdom is with you and will be with you for the days and months ahead, and you can and will win.” Read our Ukraine-Russia blog below for the latest updates…