Greece outlines conditions for peacekeeping role in Ukraine
Greece may engage in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine if three key conditions regarding a ceasefire and security are met.
Greece is considering sending its troops to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping mission under certain conditions. As the eKathimerini portal reports, Athens has set three key requirements: an official ceasefire, no operations on Russian territory, and a clear plan for withdrawing troops in case of an escalation.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will present these conditions during a "coalition of the willing" summit in Paris. Greece emphasizes that its armed forces can only be sent to Ukraine in the event of an official ceasefire. Additionally, Greek troops will not conduct operations in Russia, and should Moscow breach the ceasefire, Greece plans to withdraw its forces immediately.
Athens is currently participating in the mission's planning phase and advocates for the UN to supervise it. Although it is unclear what exact role Greece could play, media speculate about two possibilities: deploying ground forces or operations in the Black Sea.
As a member of the "coalition of the willing," Greece is actively participating in discussions about a potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Decisions regarding its involvement will depend on fulfilling the conditions mentioned above, which are meant to ensure the safety of Greek soldiers and the mission's effectiveness.
Ukraine allies’ summit in Paris
Representatives of about 30 countries gathered at Thursday's summit in Paris, dedicated to supporting Ukraine. Among the attendees were UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Thirty-three delegations were invited to the summit, with 27 heads of state and government present. Canada and Australia are represented at the ambassador level, while Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz represents Turkey. European Council President Antonio Costa will also be attending the meeting.
