Global Leaders to Discuss Ukraine Peacekeeping Mission in Upcoming Summit
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joins international talks on a potential peacekeeping force as Russia and Ukraine consider a ceasefire proposal.
- Anthony Albanese will participate in a call with leaders from over 30 nations to discuss a potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine if a ceasefire is reached.
- The meeting, initiated by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, includes leaders from France, Germany, Canada, and Ukraine, among others.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have expressed differing views on a proposed 30-day ceasefire, complicating peacekeeping plans.
- Opposition Leader Peter Dutton opposes Australian troop deployment, while Albanese remains open to considering requests for peacekeeping contributions.
- The United States has resumed weapons supplies to Ukraine but has not provided a security guarantee for any potential peacekeeping force.