This is reported by RBK-Ukraine, referencing Le Monde. Additional information comes from Kontrakty.UA.
According to sources from the publication, discussions regarding the deployment of Western troops and private defense companies to Ukraine have once again intensified. The details of these debates remain classified, but they have gained momentum following Trump's victory in the elections.
Le Monde recalls that this initiative was first proposed by French President Emmanuel Macron back in February. At that time, it faced strong opposition from several European countries, led by Germany. Nevertheless, this scenario was not entirely dismissed.
"According to our information, it has even revived in recent weeks with the visit of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to France during the November 11 ceremonies," the publication adds.
A military source reported that negotiations are ongoing between London and Paris regarding defense cooperation, particularly aimed at establishing a solid core of allies in Europe, with a focus on Ukraine and European security.
Le Monde also reminds us that last week, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, in an interview with BBC, urged Western partners "not to set or express red lines" in their support for Ukraine. At the same time, when asked about the possibility of sending Western troops to the country, he stated, "We do not rule out any options."
Deployment of Western troops to Ukraine
As mentioned earlier, Macron had previously considered the possibility of NATO troops being sent to assist Ukraine, which sparked a broad discussion among allies.
Subsequently, the French side clarified that this does not involve participation in combat operations but rather other forms of support, including training missions. Meanwhile, some countries, such as Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Canada, expressed their willingness to discuss options for such assistance.