UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has confirmed that the United Kingdom and France have signed a declaration of intent setting out coordinated military measures tied to a future peace agreement in Ukraine.

The document outlines plans for the deployment of forces to Ukraine, alongside the establishment of joint military hubs and the construction of secured infrastructure for weapons storage and military equipment.

According to Starmer, the measures would be implemented only in the context of a negotiated peace settlement, positioning the deployment as part of a post-conflict security and stabilization framework rather than active combat operations.

The proposed military hubs would serve logistical and coordination purposes, while protected facilities are intended to safeguard equipment and ensure long-term operational readiness.

The announcement signals a deepening of European defense coordination and highlights the UK and France’s intention to play a central role in shaping Ukraine’s post-war security architecture.

It also raises broader questions about deterrence, long-term military presence, and the balance between peace enforcement and escalation risks.