UK Defence Minister Luke Pollard emphasized that reaching a peace deal in Ukraine will necessitate challenging diplomatic talks with allies. Following a summit in London that included discussions on a potential truce proposed by French President Macron, Pollard underscored the need for U.S. security guarantees to prevent future Russian aggression. He noted that the U.S. remains the UK's closest ally despite differing approaches towards a peace settlement, underscoring the complexity of the ongoing negotiations and the importance of uniting European and American efforts.
"We have a strong special relationship, an enduring friendship with them. That won't change... it does involve some really difficult and tough conversations."
"[A truce] is not a plan we currently recognise... a temporary pause in the fighting could give Russia time to regroup."
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