Trump wants Europe to take lead in Ukraine security – WSJ
Photo: US President Donald Trump speaks on a peacekeeping mission to Ukraine and pressure on China (Getty Images)
The newly elected US President Donald Trump has expressed his vision for resolving the conflict in Ukraine. He suggested that European countries take a leading role and send peacekeepers to the country, The Wall Street Journal reports.
During his meetings with the leaders of France and Ukraine, Trump expressed his desire to see European troops that could monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine.
According to Trump, the protection and support of Ukraine should be a priority for European states.
He emphasized that the United States is ready to support the agreements reached, but there are no plans to directly involve the US military.
Trump also emphasized the importance of using European influence to put pressure on China to end Russian aggression.
Among the tools he proposed is the imposition of trade tariffs against China if Beijing refuses to facilitate a peaceful settlement.
Peacekeepers in Ukraine
Discussions about a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine are at a preliminary stage. Despite public statements by politicians from different countries about the potential deployment of an international contingent, no concrete decisions or mechanisms have been established.
Earlier, in a commentary to RBC-Ukraine, the political scientist told how many countries could join the coalition of peacekeepers in Ukraine.
He also noted that Western experts have suggested their approximate number, which could reach 40,000 personnel.
For more information on the current status of organizing a peacekeeping mission and whether Russia would agree to the presence of foreign forces in Ukraine, read the material by RBC-Ukraine.
