Ceasefire monitoring in Ukraine
France and Great Britain may participate in monitoring the ceasefire in Ukraine at the invitation of Kyiv. European countries have developed security guarantee plans that envisage the possible deployment of 10,000 to 15,000 servicemen within the first six months after the cessation of hostilities.
As part of this initiative, it is noted that France and Great Britain plan to monitor the situation on the territory of Ukraine without a UN or EU mandate. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is negotiating with Donald Trump regarding the possible deployment of US troops in Ukraine, which could also impact stability in the region.
International support and Russia's reaction
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed the opinion that peacekeepers could repel an attack by Russian forces after the ceasefire, highlighting the importance of international support. At the same time, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that any Western troops present in Ukraine would become 'occupying forces' and 'legitimate targets' for the Russian army.
Sergey Lavrov: 'Any Western troops present in Ukraine will become occupying forces.'
This situation highlights the complexity of international relations and security issues that arise in the context of the conflict in Ukraine. The involvement of Western countries in monitoring the ceasefire may indicate an increase in international support for Ukraine, but it also raises concerns from Russia, which could lead to further escalation of tension in the region. The importance of such initiatives underscores the need for stability and a peaceful resolution to the conflict, which remains relevant for all parties.