FT News Briefing Should western troops go to Ukraine?
Feb 28, 2024
Tensions rise as Russia rehearses tactical nuclear strikes while Macron hints at sending Western troops to Ukraine. Germany opposes this, urging France to focus on supplying weapons instead. Meanwhile, U.S. oil and gas companies see profits skyrocket under Biden, despite their complaints about his policies. The geopolitical landscape is ever-changing, with urgent calls for artillery support in Ukraine resonating amidst complex dynamics among NATO allies.
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Russia's Nuclear Threshold
- Leaked Russian military files reveal a lower threshold for using tactical nuclear weapons than previously admitted.
- This includes scenarios like the destruction of 20% of Russia's strategic ballistic missile submarines.
Debate on Western Troops in Ukraine
- French President Emmanuel Macron suggested sending Western troops to Ukraine, sparking debate.
- Other European leaders quickly dismissed the idea, highlighting the strategic ambiguity.
France Shifts Stance on Artillery Supplies
- France dropped its opposition to buying emergency artillery supplies from outside the EU.
- This move aims to address Ukraine's urgent need for artillery shells amid the ongoing conflict.