Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Historic UK Visit, In Pictures

Zelenskyy picturing giving a speech to Westminster during his first trip to the UK since before war broke out

Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first trip to the UK since Russia’s invasion on Wednesday, and created many historic moments in the process.

The Ukrainian president has established a reputation worldwide for his response to Vladimir Putin’s brutality, galvanising support for his country around the globe while his forces manage to hold back the Russian troops.

Almost a year after Putin first ordered his Army into Russia’s European neighbour as part of a “special military operation”, Zelenskyy travelled to the UK to thank the government for its help, while calling for fighter jets.

In just one day, Zelenskyy met with prime minister Rishi Sunak, leader of the opposition Keir Starmer, gave a speech to the whole of parliament and met with King Charles III.

Here are some of the photos from the eventful day, starting with greetings from Sunak and an arrival at Downing Street.

Sunak greeting Zelenskyy when he touched down in London's Stansted Airport

Zelensky and Sunak walking down Downing Street

Zelenskyy and Sunak shaking hands outside 10 Downing Street

Sunak and Zelenskyy speaking in No.10 Downing Street over breakfast

Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle and Speaker of the House of Lords, Lord McFall, welcome Zelenskyy to the Palace of Westminster

Keir Starmer meets with Zelenskyy at Speaker's House in the Palace of Westminster

Zelenskyy addresses MPs in Westminster Hall, inside the Palace of Westminster

Another angle to capture the scene of Zelenkyy’s speech to MPs.

The Ukrainian president used his speech to thank the UK for its “strong character”, “bravery” and for not compromising on “the ideals of these great islands”, while calling for fighter jets to help Ukraine fight Russia.