In a bold move, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer led a virtual meeting where about two dozen leaders from Germany, France, Italy, Canada, Australia, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gathered to support a "coalition of the willing." Their goal is clear: to ensure Ukraine gets robust backing if a ceasefire is reached with Russia.
Starmer emphasized that Western allies—aside from the U.S.—are finalizing strong plans to back any ceasefire agreement pushed by U.S. President Donald Trump. He stated, "We agreed we will keep increasing the pressure on Russia, keep the military aid flowing to Ukraine, and keep tightening restrictions on Russia's economy to weaken Putin's war machine and bring him to the table."
While Russia has welcomed the idea of a ceasefire in principle, it has also imposed conditions that echo its military objectives. This means that any agreement might take time to materialize. Leaders from Europe and other allied regions are leaving no stone unturned, even exploring the possibility of sending peacekeepers to Ukraine if necessary. Both France and Australia have already expressed their openness to such measures.
This energetic response comes amid calls for a ceasefire that are as dramatic as a blockbuster movie plot—think of it as a cast of global leaders showing up to secure a peaceful future for Ukraine. 🚀
With further military meetings planned in the United Kingdom, the coalition is determined to carve a path toward lasting stability, ensuring that Ukraine can rebuild and thrive in a post-ceasefire era. The world watches with hope as coordinated efforts aim to turn a new page in Ukraine's future.
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UK: 'coalition of willing' boosts preparations for post-truce Ukraine
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