Johnson and Starmer's Unexpected Diplomatic Trip to Istanbul.


Johnson and Starmer's Unexpected Diplomatic Trip to Istanbul.

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Johnson and Starmer's Unexpected Diplomatic Trip to Istanbul.

British politicians went to Turkey. They wanted to help with talks between Russia and Ukraine. Neither Russia nor Ukraine asked them to come.

Boris Johnson said he wants to check on the talks. He wants to make sure Ukraine gets a good deal. He thinks his help is important for Ukraine.

Johnson said he helped Ukraine before. He thinks the people of Ukraine are thankful. He and Keir Starmer are helping again and doing their duty.

Johnson did not talk to reporters for long. He said the rain could mess up his hair. Starmer did not talk to reporters at all.

The politicians want to watch what Turkey, the US, Russia, and Ukraine do. They even booked a flight to Ankara. They do not want to miss the talks if they move there.


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Why did British politicians go to Turkey?

They wanted to help with talks between Russia and Ukraine.

What does Boris Johnson want to check on?

He wants to check on the talks to make sure Ukraine gets a good deal.

Did Johnson and Starmer talk to reporters?

Johnson did not talk to reporters for long, and Starmer did not talk to reporters at all.


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