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Posted on November 27, 2025
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Turkey demands a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire before any troop deployment discussions, as proposed by France for a reassurance force.
ANKARA (Reuters) -Turkey's defence ministry said on Thursday that a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia must be achieved first before any discussions can take place on possible troop deployment for a potential reassurance force.
On Tuesday, French President Emmanuel Macron said the force would have French, British and Turkish soldiers. Ankara, which has maintained cordial ties with both Moscow and Kyiv during the war, has said it was open to discussing such a deployment but only if its modalities were set.
"First, a ceasefire must be established between Russia and Ukraine. Afterward, a mission framework must be established with a clear mandate, and the extent to which each country will contribute must be determined," the ministry said at a press briefing when asked about Macron's comments.
(Reporting by Tuvan Gumrukcu; Editing by Jonathan Spicer)
Troop deployment refers to the movement of military forces to a specific location for operational purposes, often in response to a conflict or crisis.
A reassurance force is a military unit deployed to provide support and assurance to allies or partners, often in response to security concerns.
A mission framework outlines the objectives, scope, and operational guidelines for a military or humanitarian mission, ensuring clarity and coordination among involved parties.
A mandate in military operations refers to the authority granted to a force to carry out specific tasks or objectives, often defined by international agreements or national policies.
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