UK and France Vow Troop Deployment in Ukraine After Ceasefire
The UK and France have declared readiness to deploy troops into Ukraine following a peace deal, a move that has been under discussion for months but is likely to face significant resistance from Russia. The commitment comes after a summit in Paris hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, where leaders from the "coalition of the willing" Ukrainian allies attended alongside US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner.
The trilateral declaration of intent signed on Tuesday evening aims to pave the way for the deployment of French and British troops across Ukraine. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that, following a ceasefire, the UK would establish military hubs in Ukraine, aimed at providing reassurance and backing the security protocols. However, it remains unclear how large or well-equipped this force will be.
The alliance has also drawn up plans for ceasefire monitoring commitments under American leadership, as well as long-term support to Ukrainian armed forces fighting on the front lines. US Security Guarantees Stronger than Ever
When asked about whether the US would come to the aid of European forces in Ukraine, Steve Witkoff emphasized that security guarantees are "as strong as anyone has ever seen." These commitments aim to deter any further attacks and provide support if attacked.
Witkoff also stressed that US President Donald Trump is committed to supporting Ukraine, saying he will be present at all stages of negotiations. The talks in Paris were held despite a last-minute pull-out by the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio due to Trump's recent Venezuela attack.
A bilateral peace agreement between the US and Ukraine has been under discussion for weeks, which could potentially be used as leverage in future negotiations with Russia. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that territory will remain a major sticking point in talks.
Russian officials have repeatedly ruled out a temporary ceasefire or quick deal, citing Moscow's desire for a comprehensive settlement addressing the conflict's underlying causes. The Kremlin has also vowed to categorically oppose any NATO soldiers being deployed on Ukrainian soil as part of any agreement.
The Paris summit gathered over 20 world leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron. Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that German troops could contribute to a force but would be based in neighboring countries rather than inside Ukraine.
For the "coalition of the willing," the deployment of British and French troops is crucial for any security guarantees to hold meaning. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized this point, saying the existence of the coalition depends on whether certain countries are ready to commit forces.
The UK and France have declared readiness to deploy troops into Ukraine following a peace deal, a move that has been under discussion for months but is likely to face significant resistance from Russia. The commitment comes after a summit in Paris hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, where leaders from the "coalition of the willing" Ukrainian allies attended alongside US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner.
The trilateral declaration of intent signed on Tuesday evening aims to pave the way for the deployment of French and British troops across Ukraine. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that, following a ceasefire, the UK would establish military hubs in Ukraine, aimed at providing reassurance and backing the security protocols. However, it remains unclear how large or well-equipped this force will be.
The alliance has also drawn up plans for ceasefire monitoring commitments under American leadership, as well as long-term support to Ukrainian armed forces fighting on the front lines. US Security Guarantees Stronger than Ever
When asked about whether the US would come to the aid of European forces in Ukraine, Steve Witkoff emphasized that security guarantees are "as strong as anyone has ever seen." These commitments aim to deter any further attacks and provide support if attacked.
Witkoff also stressed that US President Donald Trump is committed to supporting Ukraine, saying he will be present at all stages of negotiations. The talks in Paris were held despite a last-minute pull-out by the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio due to Trump's recent Venezuela attack.
A bilateral peace agreement between the US and Ukraine has been under discussion for weeks, which could potentially be used as leverage in future negotiations with Russia. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that territory will remain a major sticking point in talks.
Russian officials have repeatedly ruled out a temporary ceasefire or quick deal, citing Moscow's desire for a comprehensive settlement addressing the conflict's underlying causes. The Kremlin has also vowed to categorically oppose any NATO soldiers being deployed on Ukrainian soil as part of any agreement.
The Paris summit gathered over 20 world leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron. Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that German troops could contribute to a force but would be based in neighboring countries rather than inside Ukraine.
For the "coalition of the willing," the deployment of British and French troops is crucial for any security guarantees to hold meaning. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized this point, saying the existence of the coalition depends on whether certain countries are ready to commit forces.
. Like, what's the real plan here? Are they just gonna deploy troops and hope for the best? Or is this some kind of clever ploy to get Russia to back down? 
. The UK and France's willingness to deploy troops is seen as a significant escalation, with Russia likely to view it as an act of aggression. The fact that the US is providing strong security guarantees will undoubtedly increase tensions, but it's unclear whether these measures will be enough to deter Russian aggression. Germany's cautious approach by contributing troops based in neighboring countries shows that not everyone is ready to commit fully to the "coalition of the willing" 
. Ultimately, the fate of Ukraine hangs in the balance, and the international community needs to tread carefully to avoid a wider conflict 
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. Like, great, just what they need, more military presence in a super volatile region. Can't wait to see how this all plays out... 
the thing with Ukraine is like, super complicated right? so there's this ceasefire deal that's supposed to help things calm down but Russia's not exactly keen on it 
. and now the UK and France are talking about sending troops in - that's a big move, you know? it'll definitely send a message to Russia but I'm worried it might escalate things too much.
. anyway, this whole situation is like a giant puzzle and I'm not sure we're getting close to solving it yet 
like they're solving world peace over coffee and croissants... anyway, I think its cool that the UK and France are putting their money where their mouth is (or should i say, troops where their might 
) but at the same time Russia needs to chill out already? it feels like there's been so much back and forth already 
I'm just hoping everyone stays safe in Ukraine. idk how much of a difference these troop deployments will actually make though 
and btw has anyone seen that new season of my favorite tv show? i need some recs 
