Germany likely to reject European peacekeeping force in Ukraine as divisions emerge among leaders

Germany is expected to reject plans for a European peacekeeping force in Ukraine, creating divisions among European leaders. The UK and France support sending troops, while Germany and Poland are likely to abstain from participation. As discussions unfold in Paris, Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz has consistently opposed sending troops to Ukraine. Other nations, including Italy and Norway, remain undecided, complicating the potential for a unified peacekeeping effort. The UK has expressed readiness to deploy troops, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasizing security guarantees for Ukraine. However, many European countries face challenges in mobilizing sufficient forces, raising doubts about the feasibility of a peacekeeping mission.