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Trump Urges European Peacekeeping Troops in Ukraine Amid NATO Membership Opposition

Dec 12, 2024, 06:24 PM

President-elect Donald Trump has outlined a plan to end the war in Ukraine, emphasizing European involvement in overseeing a ceasefire and providing military support to deter further Russian aggression. During discussions in Europe, Trump expressed his opposition to Ukraine's NATO membership but advocated for a strong, well-armed Ukraine post-conflict. European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, have discussed the possibility of deploying European peacekeeping troops to Ukraine to monitor a ceasefire and ensure future peace. This proposal comes in the context of potential changes in U.S. policy towards Ukraine under the incoming Trump administration, with European countries considering increased defense investments and military support for Ukraine.