NATO's Call to Arms: Troops Needed for Ukraine Peace Force
European NATO leaders are urged to face the reality of deploying tens of thousands of troops to Ukraine for any long-term peace solution. U.S. President Trump excludes U.S. troop involvement, while European leaders show openness to participation. Heavy troop commitments pose challenges to Europe's military capabilities.
NATO leaders from Europe must confront the daunting reality of deploying significant troop numbers to Ukraine to secure a lasting peace, according to the head of Germany's soldiers' union. As the U.S. refrains from sending troops, European leaders express willingness to join the effort with substantial commitments.
Colonel Andre Wuestner emphasized the need for transparency about the military task at hand, predicting that major nations like Britain, France, and Germany would need to deploy tens of thousands of troops. Wuestner warned against underestimating this operation, stressing the importance of making clear intentions to Russia from the outset.
Any half-hearted approach risks escalation, Wuestner warned, prompting calls to revamp Europe's military readiness to fulfill new NATO commitments. He underscored Europe's current military limitations and the urgent need to bolster the continent's defense capabilities in the face of potential threats.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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