UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told Parliament that he believes former US President Donald Trump’s commitment to peace in Ukraine is genuine, despite ongoing skepticism from European leaders.
Speaking in the House of Commons, Starmer emphasised the critical role of the United States in securing peace, stating that Britain will play a leading role in achieving a resolution to the conflict.
Starmer’s remarks follow his announcement of a four-point plan aimed at working with Ukraine to end the war and bolster its defenses against Russia. While details of the plan are yet to be fully disclosed, it reportedly includes: Ensuring Ukraine has the weapons and training needed to resist Russian advances, Strengthening international negotiations to find a viable path to peace, Providing financial assistance to support Ukraine’s reconstruction and resilience and Maintaining strict sanctions on Russia to pressure Moscow into ending the war.
Starmer’s statement follows an intense week of diplomatic engagements, including discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, European leaders, and US officials. Zelensky’s visit to the UK over the weekend came after a tense Oval Office meeting with Trump and Vice President JD Vance on Friday, where the former US president accused the Ukrainian leader of disrespecting the US.
Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron has proposed a one-month partial truce in Ukraine, suggesting a temporary halt to hostilities to facilitate peace negotiations. However, details of how this would be enforced remain unclear, and it is uncertain whether Russia or Ukraine would agree to such a proposal.
As diplomatic efforts intensify, the question remains whether Trump’s approach to Ukraine will align with European strategies or deepen the growing divide between Washington and its allies.
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