The United Kingdom has revised its initial plan to deploy a large contingent of troops to Ukraine following a potential ceasefire agreement. While an initial proposal considered a 30,000-personnel force, British military chiefs are now focusing on a more targeted and “realistic mission” to avoid a direct confrontation with Russia.
The new plan would involve a smaller force with specific objectives: providing air security over western Ukraine to enable the resumption of civilian flights, clearing naval mines in the Black Sea to reopen trade routes, and supporting the training of Ukrainian troops. The revised strategy is a response to reluctance from some European nations to commit large numbers of troops and aims to address security concerns in a less escalatory manner.
This decision comes amid a flurry of diplomatic activity, including the upcoming summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump. While the UK and its allies remain committed to supporting Ukraine, the scaled-back plan reflects a cautious approach to the security landscape in the region, prioritizing targeted support over a large-scale military presence on the ground.
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