Sir Keir Starmer has led tributes to a member of the British armed forces who has been killed in Ukraine.

The Prime Minister expressed his “deepest sympathy and condolences” for the services member, who died as he watched the testing of a new defensive capability, according to the Ministry of Defence.

In a tribute shared on social media, Sir Keir said: “My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of the member of our armed forces who sadly lost their life today.

“Their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.”

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of the member of our Armed Forces who sadly lost their life today.

Their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) December 9, 2025

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