Trump says it's Europe's role to 'make sure nothing happens' in Ukraine after peace deal, as he prepares to meet Starmer
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In a recent meeting, US President Donald Trump expressed optimism over the possibility of an end to the ongoing war in Ukraine, marking three years since the conflict began. He emphasized that European nations would play a vital role in ensuring security in Ukraine, while suggesting that Russia’s President Vladimir Putin would welcome the idea of peacekeeping forces on the ground as part of any agreement. Discussions regarding the US's potential involvement in future negotiations are anticipated, especially as British Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer prepares for talks in Washington.
Donald Trump expressed optimism during a meeting with Emmanuel Macron, stating that he believes the war in Ukraine may be nearing its endgame after three years of conflict.
He suggested that Europe would play a crucial role in ensuring security in Ukraine, emphasizing that Vladimir Putin would be agreeable to ground peacekeeping forces if a deal were reached.
The potential involvement of the US in negotiating future agreements regarding Ukraine's security is set to be discussed during Sir Kier Starmer's upcoming visit to Washington.
Sir Kier Starmer has consistently called for a US 'backstop' to any peace deal, highlighting the need for American support in mediating the situation.
Read at Irish Independent
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