UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has invited leaders of several allied European nations to a summit in London this Sunday to discuss recent developments in the Ukrainian crisis. This invitation follows Starmer’s meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, where they discussed ways to support Ukraine and enhance European security.

In his statements, Starmer emphasized the importance of close coordination with the United States, noting that “American support is essential for achieving lasting peace” in the region. He also expressed the UK’s readiness to deploy troops to Ukraine if a permanent peace agreement is reached, to ensure the security of Britain and Europe.

Meanwhile, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed reservations about the idea of deploying European peacekeeping forces to Ukraine at this time, describing the discussion as “premature.” This comes amid intensive diplomatic efforts, as European countries seek to unify their positions, enhance their role within NATO, and work with the United States to secure Ukraine’s future.

The upcoming summit is expected to address ways to bolster military and economic support for Ukraine, as well as discuss measures to deter any potential Russian escalation. European leaders will also explore ways to strengthen cooperation among themselves and with the United States to ensure regional stability and security.

These developments come at a critical time, with escalating international tensions over the Ukrainian crisis, necessitating concerted global efforts to achieve peaceful and lasting solutions.