Saudi Arabia to host US-Russia talks on Ukraine, as UK says it’s ‘ready and willing’ to put troops on ground

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for the talks.

A Ukrainian official stated they will not be attending the talks, but Keith Kellogg, the Trump administration's Russia-Ukraine envoy, will be in Kyiv this week to discuss a "dual track" of negotiations. On Sunday, US President Donald Trump said the Ukrainians would be participating in the negotiations.

News about US-Russia talks surfaced as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated on Sunday that he is "ready and willing" to deploy British troops to Ukraine if necessary to enforce a peace agreement.

In an article published in the Daily Telegraph newspaper, Starmer stated that he doesn't take the possibility lightly, but believes that assisting in ensuring Ukraine's security would also enhance the security of the United Kingdom and Europe.

He urged European nations to boost their defense spending and "take on a more significant role in NATO," while emphasizing that continued US support is crucial for maintaining peace. The prime minister also plans to meet with Trump and other G7 allies in the near future to secure a robust agreement.

has left them isolated.

The Elysée Palace stated that French President Emmanuel Macron will hold an "informal" meeting on Monday with the leaders of Germany, the UK, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Denmark, as well as the President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission, and the Secretary General of NATO.

Starmer on Saturday referred to the European meeting as a "once-in-a-generation" moment for national security, and stated that the UK would "work to ensure the US and Europe remain together," according to a statement from Downing Street. "We must not allow any divisions within the alliance to divert our attention from the threats posed by external enemies," he said.

The president has openly discussed the Saudis playing a significant role in the negotiations and the country has been a crucial part of US foreign policy during his presidency.

The release of American citizen Marc Fogel from Russia.

In 2017, a visit was made to Saudi Arabia.

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