Priyanka Tiwari
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French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that the decision to station peacekeeping troops in Ukraine lies with Kyiv, not Moscow. In a recent press interview, he reaffirmed Ukraine’s sovereignty, stating that if the country requests allied forces, Russia does not have the authority to approve or reject such a move.
Both Britain and France have actively pushed for military support to Ukraine, especially as U.S. President Donald Trump advocates for a peace deal with Russia. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently hosted a virtual meeting with Macron and other allies, reinforcing their commitment to Ukraine.
Russia’s Opposition to NATO Troops in Ukraine
Russia has consistently opposed the idea of NATO member states deploying forces to Ukraine. Despite this, Macron suggested that a peacekeeping mission would involve "a few thousand troops per country" positioned at strategic locations. Several European and non-European nations have expressed interest in contributing to the initiative.
The specifics of such a peacekeeping force, however, remain undetermined, with further discussions necessary to establish its role and operational framework.
Global Responses and Truce Uncertainties
Britain and France have openly supported the deployment of peacekeepers, while Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has also signaled his country’s openness to requests from Ukraine.
Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has tentatively endorsed Washington’s proposal for a 30-day ceasefire but maintains that Russian forces will continue operations until critical conditions are met.
Continued Hostilities Between Russia and Ukraine
Despite ongoing ceasefire discussions, both Russia and Ukraine have continued aerial attacks, resulting in injuries and infrastructural damage. As the conflict persists, the potential deployment of peacekeeping forces remains a key issue in international diplomatic efforts.
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