However, the US factor plays a significant role in shaping these opinions,” he said, adding that that Erdogan supports Ukraine's future membership in the alliance. “If (Ukraine's accession to) NATO is not an option,

Russia on Tuesday opposed the presence of troops from North Atlantic Treaty Organization, NATO countries in Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dismissed the idea that NATO member forces could act as peacekeepers under any ceasefire agreement,

Political and military leaders in Europe are fleshing out details of a plan for Ukraine once the guns fall silent.

In the shadow of imminent defeat, European powers have unveiled their most audacious military initiative since the end of World War II. As Russia tightens its grip on Ukraine, Britain and France are preparing to cross a line that could potentially reshape the continent's security landscape forever.