Summary
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson suggests that the UK and its allies should send non-combat troops to Ukraine now to support peace and show commitment. He argues this could deter Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggression. Johnson criticizes Western allies for being slow in aiding Ukraine and believes earlier actions might have prevented the conflict.
Key Facts
- Boris Johnson calls for non-combat UK troops to be sent to Ukraine to support peace.
- He believes this presence could change Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions.
- Johnson made these comments during an interview with Laura Kuenssberg on the BBC.
- He criticizes the slow response of Western allies in helping Ukraine.
- Johnson thinks the conflict might have been avoided if the West had reacted strongly to Crimea's annexation in 2014.
- Russia's invasion of Ukraine started on February 24, 2022.
- Putin might see any international troops as provocative targets, regardless of their mission.
- Johnson proposes sending troops to peaceful areas of Ukraine to show support for its independence.
