Ukraine and Trump will define Starmer’s legacy

Recent diplomatic events crystallise what is at stake for PM

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Trump has changed Ukraine conversation, Starmer says

The PM suggests Trump has "created an opportunity" to end the war, ahead of a trip the the US.
BBC News - Feb. 24
Starmer Offers Trump a Plea and a Promise Over Ukraine

During a visit to the White House by the British prime minister, President Trump refused to pledge U.S. military support for a peacekeeping force for Ukraine.
The New York Times - 3d
Trump says Starmer and Macron 'haven't done anything' to end Ukraine war

Trump's criticisms come as the UK and French leaders prepare to visit the White House next week.
BBC News - Feb. 22
Keir Starmer lays down Ukraine peace demand ahead of Trump talks

Kyiv ‘must be at the heart of negotiations’ says PM as foreign secretary announces new Russia sanctions. Keir Starmer has raised the stakes before a crucial meeting in Washington with the US ...
The Guardian - Feb. 22
I'll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer tells Zelensky

The prime minister called Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for the second time in four days.
BBC News - Feb. 23
Starmer must take baton from Macron in effort to sway Trump on Ukraine

UK and France need to convince US to align with them over Ukraine, while at the UN Trump openly sides with Russia. Keir Starmer, when he visits the White House on Thursday, will have to pick up the ...
The Guardian - 6d
Starmer to warn Trump that peace in Ukraine needs US military cover

UK prime minister heads for Washington as president reiterates need for Europe to provide the security for Kyiv
Financial Times - 5d
Keir Starmer to press Donald Trump on US military back-up to Ukraine

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