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No-one is interested in the continuation and quick return of the war except for Putin, so it is important to maintain unity around Ukraine and strengthen the position of our state in cooperation with allies - European countries and the USA,
Zelenskuy wrote on Telegram Ukraine needs peace backed by robust security guarantees. I am grateful to Italy for its continued support and partnership in bringing peace in Ukraine closer,
I think it is very, very important that we avoid the risk that the West divides. I think on this, the UK and Italy can play an important role in bridge building,
We have a very similar mindset, so I'm very much looking forward to hearing your view about these matters,
For me, the components of a lasting peace are a strong Ukraine to fight on, if necessary, to be in a position of strength; to negotiate a European element to security guarantees, and that's why I've been forward-leaning on this about what we would do; and a US backstop.
What I am clear about is that if there is to be a deal, if there is to be a stopping of the fighting, then that agreement has to be defended, because the worst of all outcomes is that there is a temporary pause and then Putin comes again
Today I will reaffirm my unwavering support for Ukraine and double down on my commitment to provide capacity, training and aid to Ukraine, putting it in the strongest possible position.
In comments briefed ahead of the summit, Sir Keir said I am clear in my mind that he does want a lasting peace.
Of Mr Trump, the premier added Well, no, I wouldn't trust Putin, which is why I want a security guarantee
Asked if he would trust Vladimir Putin, he said Because I've spoken to him a number of times
Pressed on why trusts Mr Trump, he said My driving purpose has been to to bridge this, if you like, and get us back to the central focus
If we don't have an American security guarantee within Nato, if we lose them, we're going to be spending a hell of a lot more (on defence).
Ahead of the European leaders' summit, she said I don't think it was an ambush, I think that both parties are working for their respective national interest, and they seem to be speaking at cross-purposes
If the central question you're putting to me is do I trust Donald Trump when he says he wants lasting peace?
We are all very committed about a goal that we all want to achieve, which is a just and lasting peace in Ukraine
Later that day, I then picked up the phone to President Trump, and I picked up the phone to President Zelensky, because, to my mind, focus has to be a lasting peace in Ukraine,
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