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What the papers say – February 18

Here are the biggest stories leading Tuesday’s front pages.

Evening Standard

PM says US ‘backstop’ needed for Ukraine peace after emergency talks in Paris

The Prime Minister’s appeal to the US president came after European leaders gathered in Paris for emergency talks on Ukraine.

Evening Standard

US ‘backstop’ vital to deter future Russian attacks on Ukraine, says Starmer

British prime minister says force would need protections such as air cover that only US can provide

The Guardian - UK

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Starmer throws down gauntlet to Trump as PM says US must provide ‘backstop’ to deter Russia

The prime minister said a US security guarantee would be the only way to effectively prevent Moscow from attacking the country again in future

The Independent UK

Labour MPs Demand Keir Starmer Scrap “Performative Cruelty” Citizenship Rules in Major Rebellion

Keir Starmer is facing dissent within his party over a controversial new Home Office guidance that bars people arriving in Britain by “dangerous” means from ever claiming UK citizenship.

The Fashion Central

UK Prime Minister To Meet With President Trump In DC

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to meet with President Trump in Washington to discuss Ukraine crisis and strengthen diplomatic ties.

Top News

US must provide ‘backstop’ to deter Russia, Keir Starmer says after talks on Ukraine

Sir Keir Starmer has called for the US to provide a “backstop” to deter Russia from attacking Ukraine again after meeting with European leaders…

The National (Scotland)

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Europe scrambles to boost defence as US wavers on Ukraine support

The EU is urging member states to ramp up arms production – including air defence, missiles, and at least 1.5 million artillery shells – as European leaders contend with Washington's shifting stance on Ukraine.

Radio France Internationale

US must provide ‘backstop’ to deter Russia, PM says after talks on Ukraine

A US security guarantee is the only way to prevent Russia from attacking Ukraine again, Sir Keir Starmer said.

Evening Standard

‘Allo ‘Allo! Europe’s leaders get together dans Paris for emergency sommet

Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer and others discuss Trump, Russia and Ukraine at hastily arranged conference

The Guardian - UK

Europe split over Starmer pledge to send troops to Ukraine

The division became clear as European leaders attended an emergency summit on Ukraine in Paris, where allies scrambled for a strategy in response to Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Putin

The Independent UK

UK should be cautious after change in US policy over Ukraine, think tank says

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said European nations need to spend 5% of GDP on defence and would be responsible for peacekeeping in Ukraine.

Evening Standard

Labour ask UK Government departments to model for 11 per cent cuts – reports

THE Labour Government has warned departments that they face cuts of up to 11 per cent ...

The National (Scotland)

Donald Trump must not 'impose' peace in Ukraine, say Greens

DONALD Trump must not impose a peace deal in Ukraine without the involvement of Volodymyr Zelensky, the Greens have argued.

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The Independent UK

PM says Europe must ‘step up capability’ as he attends Ukraine talks in Paris

The meeting comes as Europe’s leaders scramble for a strategy in response to US President Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

The National (Scotland)

UK peacekeeping force for Ukraine must be voted on, says John Swinney

FIRST Minister John Swinney has called for a vote on any decisions to put UK peacekeeping forces into Ukraine if there is a deal to end the war…

The Independent UK

Meeting Ukraine peacekeeping pledge would require tax rises or spending cuts, Starmer warned

Managing the pressures of an ageing population on the NHS while ramping up defence expenditure would be an ‘epochal challenge’, top economist warns

The Independent UK

Sir Keir Starmer arrives in Paris for Ukraine talks with European leaders

The meeting comes as Europe’s leaders scramble for a strategy in response to US President Donald Trump’s push for a deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

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The Guardian - UK

PM does not rule out vote on Ukraine peacekeeping role for UK troops

Spokesperson says Keir Starmer’s previously stated view that military action needs consent of MPs has not changed

The Fashion Central

Keir Starmer Heads to US for High-Stakes Showdown with Donald Trump

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump next week, marking what could be the first official meeting between a European

The Guardian - UK

Europe at ‘turning point’ as leaders meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine crisis

Ursula von der Leyen urges ‘emergency mindset’ in response to US decision to enter bilateral talks with Russia

International Business Times

Starmer To Meet Trump 'Next Week': UK Govt

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet US President Donald Trump in Washington next week to discuss a "wide range of issues", a British government spokesperson confirmed on Monday.

Evening Standard

Prime Minister to meet Donald Trump in Washington next week

A No 10 spokesman said Sir Keir Starmer will seek to ‘deepen the special relationship’ with the new US president.

Top News

British PM Vows To Help Mother On Hunger Strike

British PM Keir Starmer supports release of imprisoned activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah in Egypt. Mother on hunger strike. Call for broader human rights action.

The Fashion Central

GMB Viewers Furious at Wes Streeting Over British Troops Decision as Outrage Erupts Over Same Complaint

Viewers of Good Morning Britain flooded the show with complaints after Health Secretary Wes Streeting defended Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s decision to send

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