Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has forged a landmark agreement with European allies to deploy British military personnel to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire with Russia.
Trilateral Agreement for a Peacekeeping Mission
The joint pact, signed in Paris, commits the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to sending a peacekeeping force comprised of Army, RAF, and Royal Navy personnel. The core objectives of the mission would be to train Ukrainian troops and safeguard stockpiles of weaponry, forming a deterrent against any future Russian aggression.
Sir Keir Starmer addressed the House of Commons on the matter, stating that the precise number of personnel stationed in 'military hubs' within Ukraine would be shaped by the UK's own military planning. He confirmed that MPs will be given a vote on the final decision to deploy troops.
Political Reaction and Defence Spending Warnings
The announcement has ignited immediate political debate. The Prime Minister has faced warnings from critics who argue he must first commit to significantly increased defence spending to support such an undertaking.
Reform UK's Nigel Farage was sharply critical of the plan, accusing the PM of making a major commitment 'without the facilities to do it or without any idea of how long it would last'.
Your Voice on the Deployment
The Daily Mail is now asking readers for their verdict on this pivotal issue. In a new poll, you can have your say on whether Britain should send troops to Ukraine.
This follows yesterday's poll regarding US action in Venezuela, where over 17,000 votes were cast. When asked if the US was 'morally right' to capture Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro, as claimed by Kemi Badenoch, 64 per cent of Mail readers said 'yes', while 36 per cent said 'no'.
