

Starmer warns US backstop needed for Ukraine peace deal
52 snips Feb 17, 2025
The UK PM stresses the importance of a U.S. security guarantee to prevent future Russian aggression in Ukraine. A breakthrough AI tool is revealed, significantly improving prostate cancer detection. Tribute is paid to the empowering songs of Paquita la del Barrio, highlighting her influence on women globally. The podcast also addresses the emotional challenges of losing the sense of smell post-COVID-19 and the implications of hearing difficulties in noisy environments. Plus, insights into the politics and rituals surrounding papal elections are shared.
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European Defense Concerns
- European leaders discussed bolstering European defense amidst concerns about the US's commitment to European security.
- They emphasized Ukraine's involvement in any peace deal and their own defense responsibilities.
Conditions for British Troop Deployment
- Keir Starmer is willing to consider deploying British troops under specific conditions, including a US security guarantee.
- He believes this is crucial to deter future Russian attacks on Ukraine.
Importance of US Support for Peacekeeping
- Shashank Joshi highlights the importance of US political backing and military capabilities for any peacekeeping force in Ukraine.
- He emphasizes the need for air cover, air defenses, intelligence, and logistics, which the US can provide.