In view of the escalation of the war in Ukraine, the French Monde exclusively reported, citing British military sources, that the discussions between the French President, Emmanuel Macron, and the British Prime Minister, Kiir, on sending ground forces to Ukraine have restarted Starmer.
The British Minister of Defence, David Lammy, insisted, however, at the meeting of the foreign ministers of the G7 countries, that London’s position is firm, supporting Kiev with whatever is necessary and for as long as necessary, without any possibility of dispatch of ground forces.
However, the exclusive information of Monde was reproduced by the international press reminding that France had already raised the issue last February in Kiev but had then encountered the strong refusal of some EU countries and especially Germany.
The absent Germany
Now, Germany faces snap parliamentary elections on February 23, 2025, after the collapse of Chancellor Scholz’s coalition government on November 6, and appears to be focusing on domestic issues. With Germany “absent”, it is an opportunity for Keir Starmer’s Britain to re-approach the European Union, through tightening relations with France. Starmer has made no secret of his desire for closer ties with the EU after Brexit failed.
The other main reason favoring the resumption of these discussions is the declared intention of the newly elected US president, Donald Trump, to withdraw support to Ukraine when he takes office on January 20.
As Elie Tenenbaum, a researcher at the French Institute of International Relations, reminds Monde, France and Britain are the only countries in Europe that are nuclear powers and because of this, they could play a key role in supporting Ukraine, while the Baltic countries , Poland and the Scandinavian countries could also play an important role.
According to Tenenbaum, in the event of an end to the war, the ground forces of France and Britain could be deployed in eastern Ukraine and act as a deterrent, so that Russia respects the truce, and does not proceed with new attacks.
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Analyzing the potential risks and benefits, should France and Britain consider deploying ground forces to Ukraine, and why or why not?
## World Today News: Special Interview – The Future of Ukraine
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we delve into the escalating situation in Ukraine and the implications of renewed discussions surrounding potential ground force deployment. We’re joined by two distinguished guests:
* **Dr. Isabela Kovacs:** Professor of International Relations at the University of Vienna, specializing in European security.
* **Mr. Anton Dimitriu:** Former Ukrainian diplomat and current geopolitical analyst.
**Section 1: Re-emergence of Ground Force Discussion:**
* **Host:** Dr. Kovacs, the article mentions that discussions between France and Britain regarding sending ground forces to Ukraine have resurfaced. What factors might be driving this renewed discussion after it was previously dismissed by some EU members?
* **Host:** Mr. Dimitriu, from a Ukrainian perspective, how do you view this renewed discussion? Does it offer a glimmer of hope amidst the ongoing conflict, or does it raise concerns about further escalation?
**Section 2: The Role of Key Players:**
* **Host:** The article highlights Germany’s current absence from the European stage due to its domestic political situation. Dr. Kovacs, how significant is this absence, and how might it influence the trajectory of the Ukraine conflict?
* **Host:** Mr. Dimitriu, what are your thoughts on the potential role of the United States under the upcoming Trump administration in this equation? Given his declared intention to withdraw support for Ukraine, what implications could this have for the future of the conflict?
**Section 3: Nuclear Powers and Deterrence:**
* **Host:** Dr. Kovacs, the article mentions that France and Britain, as nuclear powers, could play a key role in supporting Ukraine. What are the potential advantages and risks associated with this kind of involvement?
* **Host:** Mr. Dimitriu, what are your thoughts on the proposal of deploying ground forces from France and Britain in eastern Ukraine after a potential ceasefire? Would this be an effective deterrent against future Russian aggression, or could it lead to further instability?
**Section 4: Looking Forward:**
* **Host:** Dr. Kovacs, what potential scenarios do you see unfolding in Ukraine in the coming months and years, considering the complex geopolitical landscape we’ve discussed?
* **Host:** Mr. Dimitriu, what message would you like to convey to the international community regarding the situation in Ukraine and the urgent need for a lasting solution?
**Conclusion:**
Thank you both for your insightful contributions to this complex and important discussion. We hope this conversation has shed light on the critical issues surrounding the potential deployment of ground forces to Ukraine and the broader geopolitical implications for the region and the world.
Let us know what you think about this situation in the comments below. Stay tuned to World Today News for continued coverage on this developing story.
