'Viable' Chance for Ukraine Ceasefire Thanks to Trump: UK PM
Keir Starmer described a 'viable' chance for a Ukraine ceasefire and emphasized readiness to increase sanctions on Russia if needed, ahead of Trump-Putin talks, officials said.
- A virtual conference on Wednesday will bring together British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump, and EU leaders ahead of Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday.
- Amid rising calls for peace, Sir Keir noted Trump’s interventions have created a “viable” ceasefire chance, with security guarantees essential for any deal.
- Supporting details show the Coalition of the Willing has drawn up military plans for a ceasefire, and Britain is prepared to intensify sanctions on Russia.
- The absence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky raises concerns that talks on Friday could exclude Kyiv, despite Sir Keir Starmer emphasizing the summit's importance in protecting Ukraine’s territorial integrity.
- Looking ahead, there is concern after Trump suggested Ukraine may have to give up territory and Russia reportedly seized up to 10 km near Dobropillia.
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Starmer says Ukraine ceasefire viable because of Trump
Sir Keir Starmer has said that a ceasefire in Ukraine is only “viable” thanks to the actions of Donald Trump. Co-chairing a meeting of the “coalition of the willing’ - a European-led effort aimed at securing lasting peace in Ukraine - on Wednesday (13 August), the prime minister said the US president’s actions have provided a “chance” to end the war. He said: “For three and a bit years this conflict has been going on and we haven't got anywhere …

‘Viable chance’ of ceasefire in Ukraine thanks to Trump, says Starmer
In a call with allies, the Prime Minister suggested the prospect of a truce is in sight.
UK Prime Minister: Peace Is Possible in Ukraine Thanks to Trump.
PULSE POINTSWHAT HAPPENED: British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated that a “viable” chance for a Ukraine ceasefire exists due to President Donald J. Trump’s efforts.WHO WAS INVOLVED: Keir Starmer, Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and European leaders.WHEN & WHERE: Calls took place ahead of a meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska on Friday.KEY QUOTE: No 10 Downing Street, the Prime …
Keir Starmer to join crucial Ukraine talks TODAY with Donald Trump ahead of major Putin summit - The Mirror
Downing Street said the Prime Minister is 'absolutely focused' on a solution to the conflict - now in its third year - but insisted it must be 'grounded in Ukraine's national interests'
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