UK and France poised to send troops to Ukraine after fragile ceasefire, but Putin's reluctance raises doubts over progress.
The UK and France have confirmed that they are prepared to deploy troops to Ukraine in the wake of a historic peace deal. The announcement came as leaders from more than 30 countries gathered in Paris for talks on the future of the war-torn nation. The summit, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, marked a significant shift in tone after months of tense diplomacy.
The UK and France plan to establish military hubs across Ukraine, following a ceasefire that was brokered by the international community. While the force will not engage directly with Russian troops if Moscow relaunches an invasion, its presence will aim to provide reassurance and stability to Ukrainian forces on the front lines.
US officials, including Steve Witkoff, the US envoy to the negotiations, and Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, have pledged strong support for Ukraine. However, with Trump shifting his attention to Venezuela, and his repeated threats of military action against other Nato allies, many are questioning whether European countries can trust US security guarantees.
The French and British commitments come despite Putin's adamant refusal to compromise on key issues, including territorial concessions. Russian officials have ruled out a temporary ceasefire or quick deal, insisting that only comprehensive settlement will satisfy their demands.
As the international community grapples with the complexities of Ukraine's conflict, leaders are walking a fine line between supporting Ukrainian forces and navigating Russia's growing hostility. While progress is being made, Putin's reluctance to compromise on fundamental issues leaves room for doubt about the prospects of lasting peace in Ukraine.
In a sobering assessment, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer noted that "the hardest yards are still ahead" before any meaningful peace deal can be reached. For now, it seems that the stage is set for a fragile ceasefire, with the UK and France poised to take on a significant role in supporting Ukrainian forces – but only time will tell if Russia's commitment to peaceful resolution will hold firm.
The UK and France have confirmed that they are prepared to deploy troops to Ukraine in the wake of a historic peace deal. The announcement came as leaders from more than 30 countries gathered in Paris for talks on the future of the war-torn nation. The summit, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, marked a significant shift in tone after months of tense diplomacy.
The UK and France plan to establish military hubs across Ukraine, following a ceasefire that was brokered by the international community. While the force will not engage directly with Russian troops if Moscow relaunches an invasion, its presence will aim to provide reassurance and stability to Ukrainian forces on the front lines.
US officials, including Steve Witkoff, the US envoy to the negotiations, and Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, have pledged strong support for Ukraine. However, with Trump shifting his attention to Venezuela, and his repeated threats of military action against other Nato allies, many are questioning whether European countries can trust US security guarantees.
The French and British commitments come despite Putin's adamant refusal to compromise on key issues, including territorial concessions. Russian officials have ruled out a temporary ceasefire or quick deal, insisting that only comprehensive settlement will satisfy their demands.
As the international community grapples with the complexities of Ukraine's conflict, leaders are walking a fine line between supporting Ukrainian forces and navigating Russia's growing hostility. While progress is being made, Putin's reluctance to compromise on fundamental issues leaves room for doubt about the prospects of lasting peace in Ukraine.
In a sobering assessment, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer noted that "the hardest yards are still ahead" before any meaningful peace deal can be reached. For now, it seems that the stage is set for a fragile ceasefire, with the UK and France poised to take on a significant role in supporting Ukrainian forces – but only time will tell if Russia's commitment to peaceful resolution will hold firm.
So I'm reading this news about the UK and France sending troops to Ukraine after that peace deal and my heart is literally breaking 
. I just can't imagine how hard it must be for those people fighting on the front lines, always looking over their shoulders, never knowing when the next attack will come.
, but if we're gonna try to make peace work here, can't we just talk about it 
? It feels like we're making progress one step forward and then taking two steps back.
. I mean, the US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are totally speaking truth, and even if Trump's not so sure about it, the fact that the UK and France are on board shows there's still hope for a better future 
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. And honestly? I'm kinda scared 
...
. And what about the cost of all this? We gotta think about our own people first, not just throwing money at some foreign conflict 
. I'm not saying we should do nothing, but maybe we should be looking for more peaceful solutions too... like economic sanctions or something 
. We need to be smart about this, not just reactive 
.
But Putin just can't seem to let go of those territorial claims. And now, with the US kinda backing off on their commitments, it's anyone's guess what'll happen next.
. We can't just keep throwing good money after bad, hoping Russia will come around eventually. We need a solid plan in place, one that actually addresses Putin's concerns.
. I mean, it's good that the UK and France are stepping up with troops and whatnot, but Putin's being super stubborn and I don't see how we're gonna get a real peace deal out of this. I know they're saying there'll be military hubs to reassure Ukrainian forces, but at the end of the day, it's all about trust – and I'm not sure Europe can really count on the US to have their backs right now 
Ukraine's conflict has got everyone's attention, and it's hard not to think about the fragility of peace. The fact that Putin's being so stubborn about compromise makes me wonder if some people just really struggle with letting go 
It's like, how do we even start to rebuild trust when one side is just so entrenched in its position? 
? The UK and France are stepping in to help, but what if Russia decides to go rogue again? It's all so... uncertain 
. And what really gets me is that US officials are being super supportive of Ukraine, but with Trump making these threats against other Nato allies? Like, who can trust the US right now? 
It's not just about the promises being made by world leaders, it's about what they're willing to do and follow through on. Can we trust that Putin will actually compromise on his demands? Only time will tell if Russia's commitment to peaceful resolution is more than just rhetoric 
. I mean, it's about time something gets done, right? But at the same time, I'm all like "wait a minute, are we just setting ourselves up for disappointment?" 
. This whole thing feels like a setup for another failed diplomatic effort 
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It's all good and great that the UK and France are sending troops to support Ukraine, but at the end of the day, Russia's not exactly known for being diplomatic 
. Can't wait to see how it all plays out 
and then there's this whole thing with trump and venezuela...i don't even wanna think about that right now lol. what do u guys think is gonna happen next in ukkraine? 
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, and it's hard to know if we can trust them as allies anymore 
.