"We are far from that": Europe is not currently preparing to deploy troops to Ukraine - Merz
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European countries are not planning to send peacekeepers to Ukraine, focusing on negotiations for a ceasefire with Russia. The format of peace talks and security guarantees for Ukraine are a priority.
European countries are not currently preparing to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine, as all efforts are focused on achieving a ceasefire with Russia. This was stated by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz after a meeting of EU leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a summit in Albania, reports UNN with reference to Reuters news agency.
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According to the German Chancellor, any plans for a future peaceful settlement must include a clear negotiation format and potential security guarantees for Ukraine.
The next step should be a clear definition of the format of peace negotiations, as well as what security guarantees Ukraine may need in the future," - emphasized Fradric Merz.
"We are far from it... We want the shooting to stop, the killings to stop... These are the issues we are currently dealing with," the German Chancellor said.
Recall
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski denied the possibility of introducing Polish troops into Ukraine after the ceasefire, despite discussions with the United States.
Among the leaders of European countries, there is no unanimity regarding the decision to send peacekeepers to Ukraine.
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