Burnham hosts Zelenskyy, shares Stone Cloak IP
Analysis based on 63 articles · First reported Jul 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The visit reinforces UK-Ukraine defense ties, boosting sentiment for defense contractors involved in electronic warfare and drone technology. The sharing of Stone Cloak IP may accelerate production and integration into UK systems like Project Brakestop, potentially benefiting BAE Systems and other suppliers.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on July 27, 2026, as his first foreign leader visit since taking office. The meeting at a UK naval base underscored continued British support for Ukraine amid Russia's invasion. Burnham announced the UK would share the intellectual property for the 'Stone Cloak' electronic warfare system, a tablet-sized drone jammer, enabling Ukraine to mass-produce it. Thousands of jammers have already been supplied. The leaders also met over 200 Ukrainian personnel training in Exercise Sea Breeze. Zelenskyy proposed a 'drone deal' and building a drone factory in the UK. The UK has committed £3 billion yearly in military aid, totaling £25 billion since 2022. Zelenskyy was due to visit Washington on July 28 for talks with US President Donald Trump and attend Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral. The visit occurred amid the Iran war diverting US attention and the Strait of Hormuz closure.
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