26 Nations Ready to Deploy ‘Peacekeeping Forces’ to Ukraine After Potential Deal with Russia
Fundacion Rapala -A total of 26 countries have pledged to send troops to Ukraine once a peace deal or ceasefire with Russia is achieved. French President Emmanuel Macron said the mission’s goal is to prevent Russia from launching fresh attacks against Ukraine.
Details of the Peacekeeping Mission
Speaking in Paris beside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Macron explained that the coalition would send forces by land, sea, or air. These troops will not engage Russia in combat. Instead, their mission is to act as a peacekeeping guarantee that discourages renewed aggression.
Peacekeepers, Not Fighters
Macron stressed that the troops would not serve on the front lines. Their purpose is to provide security, not to participate in direct conflict. He called the plan a “pillar of security guarantees” designed by Europe to support Ukraine after peace is restored.
Strengthening Ukraine’s Army
Along with peacekeepers, Macron outlined another initiative: regenerating Ukraine’s military capacity. The program aims to make Ukraine’s forces strong enough to defend against new attacks and deter Russia from attempting another invasion.
U.S. Position Still Unclear
Macron noted that the United States had shown willingness to take part in security guarantees. However, Washington has not yet confirmed how it would contribute. This uncertainty leaves room for more negotiations between allies.
Zelensky Praises Concrete Progress
President Zelensky welcomed the announcement. He called it a serious and concrete step forward, after months of vague discussions. For Ukraine, international support of this scale demonstrates growing commitment to secure long-term peace.
European Divisions Emerge
Not all European partners agree on troop deployment. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged stronger pressure on Moscow but said Germany would decide later once details are clearer. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni confirmed that Italy would not send troops, though it will continue monitoring peace negotiations.
Russia Rejects Foreign Presence
Before the Paris talks, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova rejected any plan to place foreign troops in Ukraine. She insisted that Moscow would not accept foreign peacekeepers “in any format.”