THE TRANSATLANTIC MAGAZINE
THE TRANSATLANTIC MAGAZINE
In a new statement following the resignation of U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, President Joe Biden on Thursday (July 7) stressed "the special relationship" between the U.S. and U.K. "remains strong and enduring."
Biden did not mention Johnson by name or his resignation explicitly, but emphasized that the U.S. will continue to work with the UK government on critical issues, including the war in Ukraine – an issue Biden and Johnson have worked closely on together.
"The United Kingdom and the United States are the closest of friends and Allies, and the special relationship between our people remains strong and enduring," Biden said in the statement. "I look forward to continuing our close cooperation with the government of the United Kingdom, as well as our Allies and partners around the world, on a range of important priorities. That includes maintaining a strong and united approach to supporting the people of Ukraine as they defend themselves against Putin's brutal war on their democracy, and holding Russia accountable for its actions."
