US President Joe Biden congratulated new British Prime Minister Liz Truss on her inauguration and said Washington and London would continue to cooperate on global issues, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

“I look forward to deepening the special relationship between our countries and working closely together on global challenges, including continued support for Ukraine as it defends itself from Russian aggression,” Biden tweeted.

The White House announced that Biden will speak with Truss by phone later today.

Queen Elizabeth II today appointed Liz Truss as the new British Prime Minister.