Starmer would back Ukraine peace deal without a ceasefire, No 10 confirms
Downing Street indicates shift in position on Ukraine ceasefire
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is prepared to support a peace deal in Ukraine without a prior ceasefire, Downing Street has indicated.
- The UK government's updated position prioritises ending the conflict over an immediate ceasefire, aligning with Russian President Vladimir Putin's approach.
- This stance follows a summit between Mr Putin and US President Donald Trump, where Mr Trump reportedly dropped demands for an immediate ceasefire.
- The UK has stressed that international borders must not be changed by force, after Mr Trump floated the possibility of Ukraine ceding territory.
- Sir Keir will meet with Mr Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Washington DC to discuss peace efforts.