Kremlin Rejects NATO Troops in Ukraine Despite Trump's Claim

The Kremlin dismissed claims by U.S. President Trump about Russia's potential acceptance of European peacekeepers in Ukraine. Russia's opposition to NATO troops on Ukrainian soil is clear, deeming it a threat to sovereignty. Spokesman Peskov upheld this stance without openly contradicting Trump.

The Kremlin has dismissed claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump that Russia would be open to European peacekeepers being deployed in Ukraine. The Russian government referred reporters to a previous statement indicating that such a move would be unacceptable to Moscow.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has consistently stated that NATO troops in Ukraine would be seen as a direct threat to Russia's sovereignty, regardless of the flag under which they might operate. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, when queried about Trump's assertions, avoided contradicting the U.S. president directly but reaffirmed Russia's firm opposition to the idea.

Peskov remarked, "There is a position on this matter that was expressed by the Russian Foreign Minister, Lavrov. I have nothing to add to this and nothing to comment on. I leave this without comment." Though Trump mentioned a mutual acceptance with Putin of European peacekeepers, Russia's stance seems unwavering.

(With inputs from agencies.)