UK's Starmer says 'coalition of willing' expanding preparations for post-truce Ukraine

15/03/2025 16:29 France 24

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on March 15 European nations and Western allies were stepping up preparations to support Ukraine in the event a peace deal was struck with Russia, with defence chiefs to firm up 'robust plans' next week. France 24's Philip Turle tells us more.

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