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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Archie Mitchell

Downing Street indicates shift in position on Ukraine ceasefire

  • Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is prepared to support a peace deal in Ukraine without a prior ceasefire, Downing Street has indicated.
  • The UK government's updated position prioritises ending the conflict over an immediate ceasefire, aligning with Russian President Vladimir Putin's approach.
  • This stance follows a summit between Mr Putin and US President Donald Trump, where Mr Trump reportedly dropped demands for an immediate ceasefire.
  • The UK has stressed that international borders must not be changed by force, after Mr Trump floated the possibility of Ukraine ceding territory.
  • Sir Keir will meet with Mr Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Washington DC to discuss peace efforts.

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