Nigel Farage has strongly refuted remarks made by U.S. Vice President JD Vance 

after the American politician dismissed Britain as a “random country” while discussing Ukraine peace talks.

Vance’s comments, which emerged following a significant meeting between former President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy,

have sparked backlash on both sides of the Atlantic.

During his remarks, Vance suggested that the United States should have an “economic upside in the future of Ukraine”

and that the only way to secure peace was through direct involvement.

However, he provoked outrage by downplaying Britain’s role on the global stage, claiming it was merely “some random country that hasn’t fought a war in 30 years.” His criticism extended to the proposal of sending 20,000 British and French soldiers as part of a peacekeeping initiative in Ukraine.

Farage, leader of the Reform Party, did not hold back in his response, blasting Vance’s claims as completely unfounded. “JD Vance is wrong, wrong, wrong, wrong,” Farage declared. He went on to emphasize Britain’s long-standing commitment to military alliances, particularly with the United States.

“For 20 years in Afghanistan, proportionally to our size against America’s, we spent the same amount of money, we put the same number of men and women in, and we suffered the same losses,” Farage pointed out. He reinforced that Britain has stood by the United States throughout major military conflicts, making equal sacrifices relative to its capacity. “Alright, they may be six times bigger, but we did our bit. So on this one, JD is wrong,” he concluded.

Farage’s passionate defense of Britain’s military contributions resonated with many, particularly viewers of GB News, where his remarks aired. The public reaction on social media was swift, with many expressing outrage at Vance’s comments. One user remarked, “Vance is showing he’s well over his head in the job.” Another praised Farage, stating, “Well done, Nigel, the only leader that has come out and said that so far. As an ex-serviceman, thank you for your support, and Reform will be getting my votes going forward.”

Others noted the diplomatic ramifications of Vance’s remarks, with one user observing, “Trump and Vance giving a hard time to their political allies in Europe and Canada. That’s some real 4D chess moves.” Another added, “It’s really an incredible feat by @jdvance to have antagonized every single political party in the UK, including the Trump administration’s ideological counterparts in Nigel Farage and Reform.”

Farage was not alone in condemning Vance’s remarks. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s official spokesperson also weighed in, stating, “The Prime Minister, and the country as a whole, is full of admiration for all British troops who have served, for instance, in Iraq and Afghanistan, many of whom have lost their lives in the process and have obviously served alongside allies, including the United States.” This response underscored the UK government’s firm stance in defending its military record.

Meanwhile, Tory Party leader Kemi Badenoch took a more measured approach, arguing that Vance had not directly criticized Britain and that those reacting strongly to his comments “are getting carried away.” Her response suggested a reluctance to escalate tensions further while acknowledging the controversy surrounding Vance’s remarks.

The debate over JD Vance’s comments highlights broader questions about the relationship between the United States and its allies, particularly regarding military commitments and diplomatic cooperation. With global tensions rising and discussions about the future of Ukraine ongoing, maintaining strong alliances remains a critical issue.

Farage’s response reflects a wider sentiment within the UK that Britain’s contributions on the world stage should not be diminished. Whether Vance will address the backlash or clarify his comments remains to be seen, but for now, his remarks have clearly struck a nerve among British politicians and the public alike.