UK and France Signal Troop Deployment to Ukraine if Peace Deal Is Reached. The UK and France have agreed in principle to deploy troops to Ukraine if a peace deal with Russia is signed, according to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. After talks with Ukraine's allies in Paris, Starmer said the two countries would set up military hubs across Ukraine to deter any future Russian invasion. French President Emmanuel Macron later added that thousands of troops could be involved. Allies also backed strong security guarantees for Ukraine, with the US expected to lead efforts to monitor a ceasefire. However, the most sensitive issue — territory — remains unresolved. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the talks a major step forward but warned peace is not guaranteed without Russia's support. Moscow, which controls around 20% of Ukraine, has yet to respond and continues to oppose any foreign troop presence.