British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has made a bold commitment, stating that the UK is prepared to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine if a deal is reached to end Russia’s war.
Writing for The Telegraph, Starmer underscored Britain’s responsibility in securing Ukraine’s future, reinforcing the government’s £3 billion annual military support pledge until at least 2030.
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“The UK is ready to play a leading role in accelerating work on security guarantees for Ukraine,” Starmer declared. “This includes further support for Ukraine’s military—but it also means being ready and willing to contribute to security guarantees by putting our own troops on the ground if necessary.”
Acknowledging the gravity of the decision, he added, “I do not say that lightly. I feel very deeply the responsibility that comes with potentially putting British servicemen and women in harm’s way.”
Strengthening European Security Amid Rising Tensions
Starmer’s announcement comes just days after U.S. Vice President JD Vance criticized European nations for failing to uphold their core values. In response, Starmer emphasized the UK’s commitment to standing firm in support of Ukraine and wider European security.
“This is the moment for us all to step up, and the UK will do so because it is the right thing to do for the values and freedoms we hold dear,” he stated. “It is also fundamental to our own national security.”
The Prime Minister stressed that any future peace agreement must ensure lasting stability and prevent Russia from launching another attack. However, details on how British forces would assist in securing Ukraine’s 1,000-mile border with Russia remain unclear.
Diplomatic Efforts and Growing Concerns Over Defense Funding
As Starmer meets with European leaders in Paris for an emergency Ukraine summit, the continent scrambles to address uncertainty over U.S. support. Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s team has hinted at excluding Europe from any future negotiations with Russia, raising alarm among allies.
Amid these developments, concerns are mounting over the UK’s defence funding. The government faces increasing pressure to raise military spending from 2.3% to 2.5% of GDP, despite Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ budget constraints.
Starmer is expected to visit Washington later this month, where he aims to strengthen UK-U.S. ties and reinforce Britain’s role as a diplomatic bridge between Europe and America. Meanwhile, peace talks between Russia and the U.S. are set to take place in Saudi Arabia—without Ukraine at the table.
“We must be clear that peace cannot come at any cost,” Starmer warned. “Ukraine must be present in these negotiations. Anything less would accept Putin’s claim that Ukraine is not a real nation.”
With tensions high and diplomatic discussions ongoing, Starmer’s call for decisive action places the UK at the forefront of efforts to ensure Ukraine’s security and long-term peace in Europe.
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