Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged European nations to send non-combat troops to Ukraine as a demonstration of constitutional support for the nation in its fight for sovereignty. He argues that there are no logical reasons to delay this deployment and emphasizes the importance of showing solidarity with the Ukrainian people. Johnson’s statement comes in a context where several European nations, including Hungary and Slovakia, are threatening to cut electricity to Ukraine, reflecting the complex geopolitical tensions in the region.

Johnson highlights that a coalition of willing nations is already planning to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine only after a peace agreement is reached, but he insists that waiting for a ceasefire could grant excessive power to Russian President Vladimir Putin. He poses a rhetorical question about the logic of planning post-conflict troop deployment while not acting now to send a clear message of support to Ukraine. This proposal has implications for international diplomacy and military strategy in the ongoing conflict.

The call for immediate action reflects a growing urgency among Western leaders to take a firmer stand against Russian aggression in Ukraine. As discussions about Ukraine's future and the terms of a potential ceasefire continue, initiatives like Johnson's could influence the level of international involvement in supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and security amidst rising tensions with neighboring countries.