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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that Britain and France will collaborate on a peace deal for Ukraine and present it to Donald Trump, calling it a "step in the right direction" following a tense meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy at the White House.
Starmer Steps in After Trump-Zelenskyy Clash
Starmer expressed his discomfort over the heated exchange between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but instead of escalating tensions, he chose to directly engage with both leaders.
"We've now agreed that the United Kingdom, along with France and possibly one or two others, will work with Ukraine on a plan to stop the fighting, and then we’ll discuss that plan with the United States," Starmer said in an interview with the BBC.
The British PM emphasized the need for diplomacy, stating that rather than "ramping up the rhetoric," he saw the collapse of discussions as an opportunity to revive peace talks.
"I think we've got a step in the right direction," he added.
The Trump-Zelenskyy Showdown at the White House
The need for renewed peace efforts follows a public clash between Trump and Zelenskyy during talks over a critical minerals deal at the White House.
Key Moments from the Meeting:
- Trump accused Zelenskyy of not being "thankful" enough for US support in the war.
- He warned Ukraine that "you don’t have the cards right now", suggesting that without a peace deal, Ukraine’s future looked grim.
- The meeting ended abruptly, raising global concerns about the state of US-Ukraine relations.
The fallout from this exchange has led to strong reactions from world leaders and US lawmakers, adding further uncertainty to the already complex geopolitical situation.
Starmer and Zelenskyy’s Meeting at Downing Street
Before announcing the peace initiative, Starmer hosted Zelenskyy at Downing Street, extending a "very, very warm" welcome to the Ukrainian leader.
Key Details of Their Meeting:
- The closed-door discussion lasted 75 minutes.
- The two leaders shared an embrace as Starmer accompanied Zelenskyy to his vehicle.
- The UK reaffirmed its continued support for Ukraine, both diplomatically and militarily.
What’s Next? Can Starmer’s Initiative Succeed?
With US-Ukraine tensions at a high, Starmer’s diplomatic approach could be crucial in bridging the divide. The success of this initiative will depend on:
Whether Trump is open to engaging in new peace talks.
How much support Britain and France can gather from other European nations.
The response from Russia and the broader international community.
As the situation unfolds, world leaders will be watching closely to see if this effort can bring any real progress toward ending the war.
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