British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer recently stated that he is prepared to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine if it is necessary to ensure the security of the United Kingdom and Europe. This move signals that the UK is playing a leading role in supporting Kyiv's war against Russia and is willing to contribute to Ukraine's security guarantees.
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02-25, 2025In an article published in the UK's Daily Telegraph, Prime Minister Starmer stated that Britain "also means being ready and willing to provide security guarantees for Ukraine by deploying our own troops on the ground if necessary." He added that he deeply feels the responsibility of potentially putting British soldiers in harm's way and takes it very seriously.
Prime Minister Starmer made it clear that helping to secure Ukraine's safety is helping to secure the safety of the European continent and the United Kingdom. This is the first time he has explicitly stated that he is considering deploying British peacekeepers to Ukraine. Previously, he had indicated that the UK was willing to play a role in any negotiated peace agreement.
Furthermore, Prime Minister Starmer confirmed that he will attend a top-level meeting in Paris to address growing concerns about the US's efforts to end the war in Ukraine. He stated that he will meet with US President Donald Trump "in the coming days," adding that the UK plays a "unique role" in ensuring close cooperation between Europe and the United States.
Prime Minister Starmer emphasized that US support remains crucial, and US security commitments are essential for lasting peace, as only the US can deter Putin from launching another attack. Heads of state from Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Denmark are expected to attend the meeting, which will be held before the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on February 24. European countries fear that if Ukraine is forced to accept an unfavorable agreement from Washington, Putin will declare victory, and the European continent will be at Moscow's mercy.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Sunday that Ukraine and Europe will be involved in any "real negotiations" to end Moscow's war, suggesting that this week's talks with Russia are an opportunity to understand how serious Putin is about peace. Prime Minister Starmer warned in his article: "We are facing a generational moment for the collective security of our continent." He added: "This is not just about Ukraine's future, it is existential for the whole of Europe."
Last week, President Trump shocked NATO and Ukraine's European allies by announcing that he had spoken with Putin and would initiate a peace process without consulting them. Keith Kellogg, the Trump administration's special envoy to Ukraine, subsequently stated that Ukraine and other European leaders would not have a seat at the peace negotiation table.
