Prime Minister and Defence Secretary lead tributes to British soldier killed in Ukraine

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Defence Secretary John Healey have shared tributes to a member of the UK Armed Forces who was killed in Ukraine.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Defence, the unnamed man was injured in a "tragic accident whilst observing Ukrainian forces test a new defensive capability".

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."

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Defence Secretary John Healey said he was "devastated by the death of a UK service person in Ukraine".

"My thoughts are with their family, friends and colleagues as they grieve for a loved one", he continued. "Our hearts go out to them."

The individual has not yet been named, nor their regiment or rank released. Next of kin have been notified.

The MOD said the soldier was killed away from the frontlines. No further details on the circumstances are currently available.