The United Kingdom will continue its Interflex program until at least December 31, 2026 This extension is due to ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine The program provides combat and leadership training to Ukrainian soldiers Over fifty thousand Ukrainian soldiers have been trained in the United Kingdom The Interflex initiative helps Ukraine improve its military capabilities Defence Secretary John Healey pledged to increase assistance to Ukraine Plans are being developed with the UK and France for a multinational military presence Over two hundred military planners from thirty nations participated in recent meetings.