Summary
Marking the 3rd anniversary of Russia’s invasion, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced the largest sanctions package since the war began, aiming to cripple Vladimir Putin’s ‘military machine.’
This move arrives as Donald Trump sidesteps Ukraine and Europe, asserting the US lead in ending the conflict.
Lammy reaffirmed Europe’s commitment, stating there can be ‘nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine.’
Additionally, the UK pledged £3 billion annually in support of Kyiv and stands ready to contribute troops if necessary.
The distinction being that they will not be stationed in areas with active combat, but rather as a militarized police? Sounds like the distinction is quite subtle in reality and might be (willingly or not) misinterpreted, no?
No it means in the event a peace deal is reached the UK may contribute troops to enforce that peace