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All of us as foreign ministers have - how can I put it - detailed conversations with our Treasury departments, and one of the messages that we're deadly serious about is, if Ukraine were to fail, the costs would be considerably more."
Appearing alongside counterparts from France, Germany and Poland, Mr Lammy added That is what will make Putin sit up and pay attention, and that is what's attractive to a US president who knows how to get a good deal,
Don't think that not meeting the challenge now somehow saves us money down the line,
Mr Lammy said on Saturday As we fight this war and lay the groundwork for peace and security, we must build the armed forces of Europe so that Europe’s future depends only on Europeans, and decisions about Europe are made in Europe,
Let’s not forget, Russia remains a threat well beyond Ukraine,
To say that it's the biggest and most robust alliance in history is true, historically speaking. But the real question is, will that still be the case in 10 or 15 years?"
French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu said The United States does not believe that NATO membership for Ukraine is a realistic outcome of a negotiated settlement."
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said The system can use Ukrainian missiles to shoot down Russian missiles and drones. It can complement Ukraine's existing air defense system, which includes anti-aircraft guns,
a British Ministry of Defence spokesperson said in Brussels There can be no negotiation about Ukraine without Ukraine. And Ukraine's voice must be at the heart of any talks."
U.K. Defence Secretary John Healey told reporters at NATO headquarters I hope to keep united with our American allies, because it's Iran, Russia, also North Korea, but more covertly China teaming up against us, so we need to stick to our ground,
If the SDR doesn't come up with 3 per cent as the initial answer and 5 per cent as the target, we will suffer the wrath of Trump
Former military intelligence officer Philip Ingram said The UK, in keeping with many other nations, has essentially become very skilled and ready to conduct military operations
Speaking to Politico's Power Play podcast after signing a defence agreement with Germany, Healey said President Trump will not allow anyone to turn Uncle Sam into Uncle Sucker.”
Great talks with Russia and Ukraine yesterday. Good possibility of ending that horrible, very bloody war!!!
On his Truth Social online message platform, Mr Trump declared Partners must do far more for Europe’s defence. There is no replacement for hard power. Increasing European defence spending is critical.”
The new Pentagon chief, left, praised Nato but said There is no betrayal there. There is a recognition that the whole world and the United States is invested and interested in peace. That will require both sides recognising things they don’t want to.”
After a plan to stop Putin has been worked out, I think it is fair to talk to the Russians.”
