UK prime minister unveils steps toward a Ukraine peace deal, urges US cooperation
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer proposed a framework for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing Europe's leadership and U.S. support. After a summit, he laid out four core priorities to bolster Ukraine's negotiating power, including a loan from frozen Russian assets. The plan highlights European nations, particularly the U.K., increasing military aid and financial support to ensure Ukraine can negotiate effectively. Starmer called for collaborative efforts involving the U.S. to pursue this peace initiative as Ukraine faces ongoing conflict with Russia.
This effort must have strong U.S. backing. Through my discussions over recent days, we've agreed that the U.K., France and others will work with Ukraine on a plan to stop the fighting.
Starmer vowed the United Kingdom would ramp up its support for Ukraine, including a loan of 2.26 billion British pounds from frozen Russian assets to strengthen Ukraine's negotiating position.
Leaders from over a dozen countries got together to discuss a roadmap to peace and security for Ukraine as the country faces its third year of war.
Starmer emphasized that Europe must do the 'heavy lifting' to secure a lasting peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine, with the U.K. leading the front.
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