UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on global leaders to support Ukraine’s peace efforts, expressing skepticism about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s commitment to a ceasefire. Starmer’s comments come ahead of a virtual summit with fellow leaders to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
The UK Prime Minister has been a vocal supporter of Ukraine’s efforts to defend itself against Russian aggression. He has consistently called for increased economic pressure on Russia to force Putin to negotiate a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
Starmer’s latest comments suggest that he is unconvinced by Putin’s recent statements on a potential ceasefire. The Russian President has proposed a 30-day pause in hostilities, but Starmer believes that this may be a delaying tactic rather than a genuine attempt to negotiate peace.
The UK Prime Minister has called on fellow leaders to support a “coalition of the willing” to provide security guarantees to Ukraine and deter Putin from violating any ceasefire. This coalition would involve a range of countries providing military support, economic aid, and diplomatic backing to Ukraine.
Starmer has also emphasized the need for concrete commitments from fellow leaders to support Ukraine’s peace efforts. He believes that vague promises of support are insufficient and that tangible actions are needed to demonstrate a genuine commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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The virtual summit will bring together leaders from over 25 countries, including the United States, France, Germany, and Canada. The meeting will provide an opportunity for leaders to discuss the latest developments in Ukraine and to coordinate their efforts to support a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
Starmer’s call for increased support for Ukraine’s peace efforts has been echoed by other leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron. Macron has also expressed skepticism about Putin’s commitment to a ceasefire and has called for increased economic pressure on Russia to force Putin to negotiate.
