Zelensky urges deployment of 'non-nuclear deterrence' in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for the deployment of a "comprehensive" strategic deterrence force in Ukraine to deter further Russian attacks, as part of his Victory Plan to end the war. Speaking to lawmakers, he mentioned that the details of this non-nuclear deterrence package are confidential but have been discussed with leaders from the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Germany.
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- Published Date: 01:48 | 16 October 2024
- Modified Date: 01:51 | 16 October 2024
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday called for the deployment in Ukraine of a "comprehensive" force to deter more Russian attacks as part of his Victory Plan to end the war.
"Ukraine proposes to deploy a comprehensive non-nuclear strategic deterrence package on its territory," Zelensky told lawmakers, adding that details of the plan were secret but had been discussed with the leaders of the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Italy and Germany.
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