**UK to Support Peace Efforts in Ukraine**
The United Kingdom will play a full role in supporting efforts to bring peace to Ukraine, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said. He met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on January 16.
Starmer and Zelensky signed a historic agreement between Ukraine and the UK that will last for 100 years. The two leaders discussed the possibility of deploying peacekeeping troops to monitor a potential ceasefire in Ukraine.
When asked if the UK would send troops, Starmer said: “We will play our full part.” He added that the UK has always been a leading country in supporting Ukraine’s defense.
The idea of sending peacekeepers to Ukraine is gaining traction. European leaders are discussing how to help Ukraine once US President-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20.
**UK and France Discuss Peacekeeping**
Starmer confirmed that he had discussed the possibility of deploying French and UK troops with French President Emmanuel Macron. This comes after London and Paris began talking about the idea in December.
**Other Developments**
* A 12-year-old boy was injured when a drone fell on him in Ukraine.
* Dutch Foreign Minister Kaspar Veldkamp announced 27 million euros ($27.8 million) in new aid for Ukraine.
* The US believes large-scale sanctions have been more effective than declaring Russia a state sponsor of terrorism.
* Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones, targeting critical infrastructure.
**Sanctions Strategy**
Advisers to Donald Trump are developing a comprehensive strategy aimed at helping resolve the conflict between Russia and Ukraine through diplomacy.