UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Expresses Readiness to Deploy Troops to Ukraine Amid Peace Talks
In a bold move, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his willingness to send British peacekeeping troops to Ukraine as part of an effort to secure a peace deal and address post-war security concerns. This statement comes as European leaders prepare for emergency talks in Paris to discuss the ongoing conflict and potential military responses to Russian aggression. Starmer emphasized the importance of protecting peace and acknowledged the considerable costs associated with the conflict, while also indicating that the UK is ready to face down threats if necessary. Other European nations, including Sweden, are also contemplating sending troops to support Ukraine, reflecting a growing consensus on the need for a robust military presence in the region.
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