Ukraine Must Be At the Heart of Peace Talks, Says British PM Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of Ukraine being central in negotiations to end the conflict with Russia. His comments come amid concerns in Kyiv and among European allies about the U.S. potentially brokering a peace deal without their involvement.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has highlighted the necessity of Ukraine's involvement in any forthcoming peace negotiations with Russia. As fears rise in Kyiv and across Europe about potential U.S. deals excluding them, Starmer's statements stress Ukraine's critical diplomatic position.

His comments follow phone discussions between U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, during which the leaders expressed a shared desire for peace.

While balancing trade interests and relations with the European Union, Starmer insists that Ukraine must maintain a strong bargaining position, whether in diplomatic talks or ongoing conflict situations.