UK Considers Large-Scale Troop Deployment in Ukraine Crisis... "Considering Doubling Troop Numbers"

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson
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[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Hyunjin] The UK is reportedly considering a large-scale troop deployment as a measure to pressure Russia in response to the Ukraine crisis, according to BBC and other outlets on the 29th (local time).

According to reports, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson stated in a press release that the UK is reviewing a large-scale deployment under the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) defense treaty and is considering doubling the troops and weapons stationed in Eastern Europe.

Prime Minister Johnson emphasized, "We will send a clear message to Russia. If Russian President Vladimir Putin chooses the path of bloodshed and destruction, it will be a tragedy for Europe," adding, "Ukraine must have the freedom to choose its own future."

Currently, about 850 British combat troops are stationed in Estonia, and including them, approximately 1,150 British troops are deployed across various Eastern European countries. Russia has currently positioned 100,000 military personnel, tanks, and missiles along the border adjacent to Ukraine.

The UK plans to announce specific deployment plans on the 31st when NATO member country ministers gather in Brussels to discuss military response measures.

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