UK pledges 'boots on the ground' in Ukraine as European leaders meet for emergency summit

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Feb 17, 2025

Oleksandra Matviichuk, Head of the Center for Civil Liberties in Ukraine and 2022 Nobel Peace Prize winner, discusses the urgent need for enhanced international cooperation amid ongoing conflict. Key topics include the military dynamics in Ukraine, with rising casualty figures and recent drone attacks. Matviichuk also highlights the geopolitical implications of the Munich Security Conference and critiques the neglect of pressing security issues. She emphasizes the humanitarian crisis and the resilience of Ukrainians fighting for their sovereignty amid Russian aggression.

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UK Troop Deployment

Keir Starmer supports sending British troops to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping force.
He emphasizes the importance of lasting peace and deterring further Russian aggression.

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Landsbergis's Concerns

Gabrielis Landsbergis fears a Trump-Putin deal that concedes Ukrainian territory.
He urges Europe to strengthen its support for Ukraine.

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UN Peacekeeping Force

A UN peacekeeping force's effectiveness depends on its mandate and rules of engagement.
A strong mandate, like in Gulf War I, can grant real power to enforce peace.

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