Keir Starmer has indicated a potential parliamentary vote on UK troop deployment in Ukraine for peacekeeping after a ceasefire agreement. His stance follows increased pressure from Labour members and the Liberal Democrats advocating for troops to be sent in case a peace deal is reached with Russia. Additionally, Downing Street emphasized that US backing will be crucial for any troop commitment. While the Liberal Democrats support potential UK troop involvement, they insist on parliamentary consultation. Concerns have been raised by some MPs about the implications of this deployment and the necessity for parliamentary input before proceeding.
Starmer confirmed for the first time he was prepared to put British troops in harm's way to protect a peace deal with Russia.
The PM is absolutely right when it comes to the deployment of British troops in Ukraine to uphold any peace deal and deter Putin, Davey said.
It’s too early in the process for a parliamentary vote on Britain's potential troop deployment; the government has not yet committed.
Abbott expressed concern, stating if a durable peace is achieved, British troops won't be necessary and any deployment should be voted on by Parliament.
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