Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is scheduled to hold a telephone conference this weekend with several European and Western leaders to explore the possibility of deploying a potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Initiated by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the conference aims to coordinate the international community's response to the situation in Ukraine, fostering a unified approach.
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03-15, 2025Prime Minister Albanese confirmed today that he has accepted Prime Minister Starmer's invitation and will participate in the telephone conference tomorrow evening. However, he also stated that it is currently uncertain what specific outcomes the meeting will achieve. Prime Minister Albanese emphasized that Australia has consistently stood firmly with Ukraine since the outbreak of the Ukrainian crisis, providing unwavering support.
In addition to Prime Minister Albanese, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, French President Macron, New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon, Canadian Prime Minister Carney, and representatives from Germany and Italy are also expected to participate in the conference. This meeting is convened following Prime Minister Starmer's proposal to send British troops to Ukraine to uphold a potential peace agreement with Russia, signaling a proactive stance.
Prime Minister Albanese stated that Russia's war in Ukraine is illegal, immoral, and driven by Russian President Putin's imperial ambitions, highlighting the gravity of the situation. He emphasized that this is not only a struggle for the national sovereignty of the Ukrainian people but also an important fight to uphold the rules of international law, which has garnered widespread support from democratic nations, solidifying a global alliance.
Prime Minister Albanese added that no commitments have yet been made regarding a peacekeeping plan, as peace has not yet been achieved. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton stated that he would not send Australian Defence Force personnel to Ukraine, calling the idea "fanciful." Prime Minister Albanese responded by stating that Australia remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine and opposes Putin's actions, reaffirming Australia's commitment.
In other news, Russian President Putin stated that there are "problems" with the 30-day ceasefire agreement proposed by the United States, which Ukraine has agreed to, but he agrees to the plan in principle, indicating a complex and evolving negotiation landscape.
