“EuropaOverall, Not so strong And linked for a long time. “It has described it Cairter Starmer, the Prime Minister of the United KingdomDiplomatic motivation to gather a coalition of volunteers that protect the potential contract to end the Russian war against Ukraine, which received a sudden urgency After Donald Trump captures Europe with Guardian Baja Through unilateral negotiations with Vladimir Putin.
From that 90 -New -to -phone call On February 12, the continent tries to re -confirm its position in the chain of rapid events to ensure that its voice is heard and its interests. There is a need to guarantee Ukraine’s survival Many fear that an independent and sovereign nation and Putin’s expansion agenda will continue without a brake if your invasion is present.
It is necessary for this A Peace Agreement to be maintained And will last. But Europe is deeply distrustful of Russia. This is explaining why this time with the most bloody conflict in its ground after World War II Europe joins a large scale Courage to avoid repeating the past.
“Our goal is clear: to ensure peace,” French President Emmanuel Macron said last week, after conducting a leaders in Paris. “To do this, we must put in a better position to negotiate Ukraine and to ensure that the silence of negotiations will last for the Ukrainians and all Europeans.” This is what we know about volunteers alliance.
Who is part of the coalition?
The seeds of the coalition were planted on February 17, When Macron Gathered A little one Leaders meet as a reaction to Trump-Out Tin phone call. The choice of guests suggested that a new political form arises. Within two weeks, on March 2, Europe stumbled by a catastrophic crowd President Volodimir Jelenski lived in the Oval officeCairter organized a second leaders’ meeting in London, with a long list of participants.
At the end of the discussed discussionsThe Prime Minister publicly announced the birth of a coalition of volunteers operated by Great Britain and France. Last week in Paris, the summit further extended the number of participants. Except for Macron, Starmer and JelenskiSummit Germany, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Croatia, Denmark, Slovenia, Spain, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Iceland, Iceland, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Netherlands
Turkey sent its vice presidentSevedet Yilmas, Australia and Canada were represented by their respective ambassadors. Ursula van der Leeen also attendedChairman of the European Commission; Antonio Costa, President of the European Council; And NATO General Secretary Mark Rutte, which added a wide dimension to conversations.
In total, 33 representatives. Starmer had previously mentioned to Japan and New Zealand as part of the coalitionAlthough the two countries did not attend Paris’s latest meeting.
Who is not in the alliance?
It becomes clear Most of the coalition participants are members of the EUIn this, Ukraine wants to join. However, there are some significant exceptions. Malta and Austria have not yet joined meetings Due to the neutrality of their countries. Instead, Ireland, neutral, was in Paris. “We are ready to do everything possible to help,” Michael Martin said in March.
Other EU countries that do not join the coalition of Hungary and Slovakia. They are not neutral, in fact, both NATO members, but they do not agree deeply into the European war approach. Hungary and Slovakia oppose sending military aid to Ukraine, which qualified for an increase.
Victor Orbon He has brought his opposition to a new position and blocked twice EU joint results In Ukraine, despite supporting the Slovakia speech. Switzerland, the long -standing neutral state and six Balkan countries are out of debate.
What does the coalition work?
The volunteer coalition has established “three working areas”, and Macron explained at the end of the summit in Paris. First A continuation of support for the armed forces Kiev and Europe are the first security guarantee to prevent Russian occupation. The attitude of Washington and Moscow has already reached New promises of military donations European countries focus on artillery, anti -anti -security agencies, missiles, unmanned aircraft and training.
Secondly, a new creation Redemption force It can be used in Ukrainian soil as an additional security guarantee. Macron rushed to clarify that the force would not function The front order is parked as a peace maintenance task. This task must be corresponded to the United Nations or Europe with the OSCE (OSCE).
Instead of, Macron said that the Reconstruction Force would be based on “some strategic places” Throughout the country, such as cities, ports and power plants, it will act as a “barrier” against Russia. Western troops can be stopped in land, sea and air. “Nothing is excluded at this time,” the French president told the newspapers.
By creating this new power, lA coalition “will be ready to implement a peace agreement Whatever its accurate form is, “Starmer said.” This is a force designed to send a message to Putin, which will be protected as a contract, “he added. This should be a great explanation.”
AdvertisementThe third work area It strengthens Europe’s security capabilities. The European Commission proposed a new project 800,000 million euros In new investments for security, it is expected to benefit Ukraine.
How many countries have done troops?
The question is chern From its first meeting in the alliance. Today, despite his political drag, this is still a split issue. Until now, only France and the United Kingdom They have officially promised to provide soldiers as part of the Security Forces. European countries with nuclear weapons only in France and the United Kingdom. Both are permanent members of the UN Security Committee.
“There is no consensus opinion At this point, “Macron agreed.” Some states do not have the ability to do so, and others have no political environment. “Other members of the coalition are expected to promote troops as the conversations advance.
Sweden, Denmark and Australia have publicly revealed Option to consider sending your soldiers To Ukraine as part of an international task. Most recently, if Belgium decides to do it, it was “logical” participation. ” VirtuallyOvarian Poland and Greece, two in European countries.
AdvertisementItalian Pirama Minister, Georgia MelonOvarian Has rejected the possibilityQuestioning the “performance” of the Franko-British project. “In my opinion, it is very difficult to apply,” he said last month.
In the meantime, Russia has repeatedly protested against any proposal that considers the establishment of troops Western within Ukraine. But these complaints do not affect the alliance’s debates, Macron and Stormmer said. “Russia is not to choose what is happening in the Ukrainian territory,” Macron said. “We know what Russia wants and he wants a helpless Ukraine,” Starmer said.
Does the United States get involved in any way?
Because things are, The US is not a member of the voluntary coalition. In fact, the main reason for the coalition was the first reason that Trump broke his three -year United Front between allies and followed his own path To start negotiations with Putin.
However, Group is still expecting America It can be involved in a stage of the operation and provides some kind of help to the rehab, ie air safety or intelligence exchange. This will encourage more countries to compromise more troops.
AdvertisementIt is called the “American support”, which the Starmer has mentioned several times. “As I always said, This will require a US commitment and support ”Said Starmer. “This is an argument we have often received with the US President.” British and French leaders have maintained regular contacts with Trump to inform him of the coalition advances. They say that their work results in Europe And the US continued to protect the peace agreement.
Despite the numerous diplomatic approachesIncluding visits to the White House, There is no sign of America Provide the famous ‘Backstop’. The Trump administration has recommended the gradual reduction of US troops in Europe. “The next day there is a clarity on the nature of US duties,” Macron said. “We have to expect the best. But get ready for the worst.”
What is the alliance for the coalition?
After the highest summit Held in Paris and London, the number of its members was focused on recognizing the details of the security forces. President Jelensky has called military representatives Visit Ukraine and start technical conversations to refer to a summary plan.
“We need clear and functional results, and a shared view of the future security system,” Announced the leaders last week. According to Jelensky, the questions to be answered: which countries will line soldiers through land, sea and air? Where are these players exactly? What would be the amount of safety power? What configuration will be? How does the force respond to the threat of Russian?
AdvertisementJelenski put another question on the desk: “When does our alliance really use forces in Ukraine: When the fire begins or when the war is completely over, a deal is reached?” It is expected that the next summit will be provided with leaders as a result of this work, Although the date has not been announced. According to AFP, the Alliance Defense Ministers will meet in Brussels on April 10.
