Europe eyes troop presence in Ukraine as Trump talks to Russia
European leaders are reaching out to Donald Trump's team to determine the type of military support they might receive from the US to maintain peace following the end of the war in Ukraine. To demonstrate their commitment, Europe is considering deploying approximately 25,000 to 30,000 soldiers in Ukraine but away from the front lines, according to "The Washington Post".
European supporters of Ukraine are striving for a role in talks from which they have been excluded by Donald Trump, says "The Washington Post". According to the newspaper, the prospect of deploying troops in Ukraine has gained traction among European leaders because the Trump administration is quickly moving towards direct negotiations with Moscow.
"The latest iteration of European planning envisions a 'reassurance' or 'deterrence' force of a few brigades, possibly 25,000 to 30,000 troops, who would not be stationed along the contact line but would stand ready as a show of force if Russian forces tried to restart the war, they said. The troops could be backstopped by more forces outside Ukraine in case they need to ramp up and move quickly," claims "The Washington Post", citing information from officials who wish to remain anonymous.
"The troops could be backstopped by more forces outside Ukraine in case they need to ramp up and move quickly," it reads.
Summit in Paris: Security issues in the context of Ukraine
Let us recall, an informal summit convened by French President Emmanuel Macron is taking place in Paris. Monday’s meeting in the French capital addresses security issues in the context of recent announcements by US President Donald Trump regarding Ukraine. European Union leaders, the head of the European Commission, the head of NATO, and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom are attending.
