Starmer urges US security guarantee to deter Russia during talks with European leaders

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has called for a US security guarantee to deter Russia from future attacks on Ukraine. He made this statement after emergency talks with European leaders in Paris, emphasizing the need for increased defense spending among allies. Starmer expressed willingness to deploy British forces in Ukraine if a peace agreement is reached, but insisted that a US "backstop" is essential for effective deterrence. He highlighted the importance of European nations taking responsibility for their own security. As Starmer prepares for talks with Donald Trump in the US, European leaders remain divided on sending peacekeeping troops to Ukraine. Poland has rejected the idea, while other nations are undecided, pending further assurances.