European leaders are still seeking a US security guarantee ‘backstop’ for a peace-keeping mission in Ukraine
British peacekeeping troops in Ukraine would engage defensively if attacked by Russian forces, according to UK Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard. European leaders are seeking a US security guarantee for the mission, and Sir Keir Starmer has committed UK troops and planes, forming a coalition with France. Pollard highlighted potential Russian actions, such as testing NATO's response, and noted challenges in gaining Putin's acceptance of peace proposals. The UK has also pledged financial support for Ukraine's defense, including missile procurement.
