UK Pledges "Boots on the Ground" in New 4-Step Ukraine Peace Plan
- British PM Keir Starmer unveiled a four-step plan for ending the Russia-Ukraine war following a defense summit in London.
- The UK committed £1.6 billion to help Ukraine acquire over 5,000 missiles as part of ongoing military support.
- Starmer announced willingness to deploy "boots on the ground and planes in the air" as part of a "coalition of the willing" to guarantee peace.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a four-step plan aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war following a defense summit held in London.
Speaking to journalists after the meeting at Lancaster House, Starmer declared that European nations stand at a "crossroads in history" and stressed that "it is time to act."
The summit, which brought together 19 world leaders including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron, resulted in concrete commitments to support Ukraine's defense capabilities and long-term security.
What the Four-Step Plan Includes
Starmer announced a significant £1.6 billion finance deal to help Ukraine acquire over 5,000 missiles, underlining that "every nation must contribute" to the effort in its capacity.
The four-step plan consists of:
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- Maintaining the flow of military aid to Ukraine while increasing economic pressure on Russia
- Ensuring any peace agreement preserves Ukraine's sovereignty and security, with Ukraine's participation in negotiations
- Continuing to strengthen Ukraine's defensive capabilities after any peace deal to prevent future invasions
- Developing a "coalition of the willing" to defend and guarantee peace in Ukraine
UK Offers Military Support for Peace Guarantee
"Not every nation will feel able to contribute, but that can't mean that we sit back," Starmer emphasized. "The UK is prepared to back this with boots on the ground and planes in the air, together with others. Europe must do the heavy lifting."
The summit took place shortly after Zelensky and Macron met with US President Donald Trump at the White House.
When questioned about tensions during that meeting, Starmer rejected suggestions that the United States is an "unreliable ally."
Leaders Agree to Meet Again
Other notable attendees at the London summit included Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
Starmer concluded the summit by announcing that leaders had agreed to "meet again very soon" to advance their plans, reinforcing his call for action: "This is not a moment for more talk. It's time to act. Time to step up and lead, and to unite, around a new plan for a just and enduring peace."
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