UK’s Starmer announces that a ‘coalition of willing’ is broadening its support for Ukraine following the ceasefire

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Saturday that European nations and Western allies are prepared to enhance their support for Ukraine if a peace agreement is reached with Russia. He indicated that military leaders are expected to finalize “robust plans” in the coming week.

Following a virtual meeting with approximately 25 leaders, including representatives from Germany, France, Italy, Canada, Australia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, and NATO’s Secretary General, Starmer emphasized that the “coalition of the willing” has reaffirmed its dedication to ensuring Ukraine’s security.

“We have agreed to intensify our pressure on Russia, continue providing military assistance to Ukraine, and impose stricter economic sanctions on Russia to undermine Putin’s military efforts and encourage negotiations,” Starmer stated to the press.

The British Prime Minister aimed to rally support from allies to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to accept a ceasefire agreement advocated by U.S. President Donald Trump, while also securing firm commitments to uphold any resulting agreement—an expectation Trump has made clear for Europe to fulfill.

“Our military leaders will convene this Thursday in the United Kingdom to establish strong and effective plans to support a peace deal and ensure Ukraine’s future security,” he added. “President Trump has presented a pathway to lasting peace for Putin. Now, we must turn this vision into reality.”