In response to potential reduced US security support for Europe and the exclusion of Ukraine from initial US-Russia peace talks, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer proposed deploying British troops to Ukraine as part of a potential 100,000-strong European peacekeeping force. This deployment, discussed at an upcoming Paris meeting, aims to guarantee Ukraine’s security and prevent future Russian aggression. Starmer stressed the importance of including Ukraine in all peace negotiations and highlighted the potential for a 25,000-30,000-troop European deterrent force, potentially supported by US intelligence and air power. The proposal underscores growing European concerns about reliance on the US for security.
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Amidst a potential US-Russia peace deal excluding Ukraine and Europe, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the UK’s readiness to deploy troops to Ukraine to enforce a peace agreement with Russia, emphasizing the need for a strong European defense. This decision comes ahead of a Paris summit with European leaders and a planned Washington visit with President Trump, highlighting concerns about reduced US defense commitments and the need for collective action. Despite calls for increased military spending beyond the planned 2.5% of GDP, the government maintains its current commitment. Starmer insists Ukraine must be included in any negotiations to prevent a repeat of the Afghanistan withdrawal and ensure a lasting peace.
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer declared the UK’s readiness to deploy troops on the ground in Ukraine as part of a broader security guarantee, emphasizing that securing a lasting peace is paramount to deterring further Russian aggression. This deployment, potentially alongside other European nations, would occur along the Ukrainian-Russian border following a ceasefire and is contingent upon a US security guarantee to ensure lasting peace. Starmer stressed that Ukraine must be included in any peace negotiations, warning against repeating past mistakes where the affected nation was excluded from talks. The announcement follows concerns regarding potential US-Russia negotiations that would exclude European partners and Ukraine.
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John Q. Hosedrinker