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Keir Starmer: A New Plan to End Fighting in Ukraine
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that the United Kingdom and France are collaborating with Ukraine to develop a peace proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. This initiative was unveiled during the 2025 London Summit on Ukraine, held on March 2, 2025, which brought together leaders from 18 nations to coordinate support for Ukraine amid shifting U.S. policies.
Key Components of the Proposed Peace Plan
The proposed peace plan includes several critical elements:
- Partial One-Month Ceasefire: France and the UK have proposed a one-month truce focusing on specific domains such as air, sea, and energy infrastructure. Notably, this ceasefire would not extend to ground combat operations. French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that this approach would facilitate easier verification of compliance.
- Continued Military Support and Economic Pressure: The coalition plans to maintain the flow of military aid to Ukraine while intensifying economic sanctions against Russia. This strategy aims to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities and exert additional pressure on Russia to engage in peace negotiations.
- Guarantees: The plan underscores the necessity of enhancing Ukraine’s defensive military capabilities following any peace agreement to deter potential future aggression. This includes commitments from European nations to support Ukraine’s long-term security.
- Formation of a ‘Coalition of the Willing’: A group of nations is prepared to defend the terms of any peace agreement and guarantee Ukraine’s security in the aftermath. This coalition reflects a collective commitment to uphold the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.
Financial Commitments
As part of this initiative, the UK has pledged £1.6 billion ($2 billion) in export financing to supply Ukraine with over 5,000 air defense missiles. This commitment complements a previously announced £2.2 billion loan for military aid to Ukraine, funded by profits from frozen Russian assets.
European Leadership and Defense Investment
Prime Minister Starmer emphasized the need for Europe to take greater responsibility for its defense, suggesting that European nations should increase their defense spending to 3-3.5% of GDP. He also highlighted the importance of innovative financing solutions to meet these defense investment goals.
Next Steps
The coalition intends to present this peace proposal to the United States in an effort to secure broader international support. An Extraordinary European Council meeting is scheduled for March 6 to further discuss and advance these proposals