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Russia Warns UK Troop Deployment Could Escalate Ukraine Conflict

2/26/2026

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Russia warns that deploying British troops in Ukraine would prolong the conflict.
UK Defence Minister John Healey says such a deployment would signal the end of the war.
Healey aims to make 2026 the year peace is achieved in Ukraine.
The UK government is investing £200 million to enhance military readiness.
Russia maintains that foreign troops would be considered legitimate targets.

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Russia warns that deploying British troops in Ukraine would prolong the conflict.
UK Defence Minister John Healey says such a deployment would signal the end of the war.
Healey aims to make 2026 the year peace is achieved in Ukraine.
The UK government is investing £200 million to enhance military readiness.
Russia maintains that foreign troops would be considered legitimate targets.