Keir Starmer (4:28)

The first priority of this government, of any government, is the security and safety of the British people, to defend the national interest, particularly in these volatile times. That's why last week I announced the biggest sustained increase in defence spending since the Cold War. That's also why I met President Trump last week, to strengthen our relationship with America and indispensable partners in defence and security. And it's why this weekend I've been hosting European leaders here in London to work together for the security of the United Kingdom, Ukraine and Europe as a whole. We are at a crossroads in history today. This is not a moment for more talk. It's time to act. Time to step up and lead and to unite around a new plan for a just and enduring peace.

Host 3 (5:29)

Here's a video as well that Keir Starmer posted. He wrote, we must meet this moment together to guarantee the best outcome for Ukraine, to protect European security and to secure our collective future. It's a video of all of the world leaders who Prime Minister Kier Starmer has now been referring to as the new coalition of the willing. Also implying that not only is the United States unwilling, but at this point, Putin's puppet, part of the access of evil. Essentially what Donald Trump's doing by voting with Putin and North Korea to oppose something as simple as a United nations resolution condemning Russia's unlawful invasion of Ukraine. Now let me share with you this powerful speech that United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer gave. And he said, look, as part of any deal with the Ukraine, he says that the United Kingdom would be willing to put boots on the ground, to serve as peacekeepers, to secure a lasting peace, to give these security guarantees. And that was an important term that was used over and over again at this emergency meeting. Real security guarantees. Cuz they know what's Donald Trump trying to do. Trump is trying to carve it up and give it to Putin. Watch this incredible speech by Keir Starmer. Let's play it.

Keir Starmer (6:58)

First, we will keep the military aid flowing and keep increasing the economic pressure on Russia to strengthen Ukraine now. Second, we agreed that any lasting peace must ensure Ukraine's sovereignty and security and Ukraine must be at the table. Third, in the event of a peace deal, we will keep boosting Ukraine's own defensive capabilities to deter any future invasion. Fourth, we will go further, develop a coalition of the willing to defend a deal in Ukraine and to guarantee the peace. Not every nation will feel able to contribute, but that can't mean that we sit back. Instead, those willing will intensify planning. Now, with real urgency, the UK Is prepared to back this with boots on the ground and planes in the air. Together with others, Europe must do the heavy listing. But to support peace in our continent and to succeed, this effort must have strong US Backing. We're working with the US on this point after my meeting with President Trump last week. And let me be clear, we agree with the President on the urgent need for a durable peace. Now we need to deliver together. Finally, we agreed that leaders will meet again very soon to keep the pace behind these actions and to keep working towards this shared plan. We are at a crossroads in history today. This is not a moment for more talk. It's time to act. Time to step up and lead and to unite around a new plan for a just and enduring peace. Thank you.

Host 3 (9:00)

Also, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau gave a powerful speech. In answering questions from from the press, Prime Minister Trudeau talked about how I stand with Zelensky. I stand with the people of Ukraine. Watch this.

Host 1 (9:14)

You clearly admire President Zelensky. So I'm wondering what you thought when you saw the treatment that he received in the Oval Office on Friday. I think first of all, it's important every chance we get to lay out the facts as clearly as possible. In 2014, Russia chose to invade Ukraine to occupy Crimea and parts of eastern Ukraine. For that, they were kicked out of the G7, and in 2022 they chose to violate the existing ceasefire and invaded Ukraine with the intention of taking Kyiv in three days and the entire country in three weeks. That has failed. Russia continues to try to fight to claim more land in Ukraine, and we could see an end to this war tomorrow if Russia decided to stop its illegal invasion of Ukraine. On Friday in the Oval Office, President Zelensky pointed out in so many words that Vladimir Putin is a liar and a criminal and cannot be trusted to keep his word in any way, shape or form because he has demonstrated time and time again that he will break any agreements I stand with Vladimir Zelensky and I stand with the people of Ukraine.

Justin Trudeau (10:58)

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Host 3 (13:10)

More from Prime Minister Trudeau right here. Let's play it.

Host 2 (13:13)

Prime Minister Starmers mentioned the coalition of the willing.

Host 1 (13:17)

What role will Canada play in that coalition? Canada has been one of the strongest countries in support of Ukraine from from the very beginning. For over 10 years now. We've been training Ukrainian defense Forces. We're up to close to 40,000 Ukrainian troops that we have trained over the years. We're continuing to play a significant role in training as as is the UK which who is our primary partner in that. We've also invested close to $20 billion in supports for Ukraine military, economic and other and we're going to continue to be there to support Ukraine as necessary with whatever it takes for as long as it takes because Ukraine is not just defending its own territories, defending the very principles and values that underpin all of our democracies. So as we look at what's going to be necessary in the coming years, I can assure you that Canada and Canadians will be there.

Host 3 (14:18)

From the European Union. Here's Ursula von der Leyen. Play this clip.

Host 1 (14:22)

We had a very good and frank discussion. Basic we've discussed everything that is around peace, strength and of course security guarantees are of utmost importance for Ukraine. But we need comprehensive security guarantees. This includes that we have to put Ukraine in a position of strength, that it has the means to fortify and protect itself from the economic survival to the military resilience. It's basically turning Ukraine into a steel porcupine that is indigestible for potential invaders. And therefore the focus is not only on the military supply, but also, for example, securing the energy system and making sure that over time this is a strong and resilient country. The second element I brought to the table is that we urgently have to rearm Europe. And for that I will present a comprehensive plan how to rearm Europe. On the 6th of March, when we have our European Council to the leaders.

Host 3 (15:33)

And President Zelensky posted the following as well. He said as a result of these days we see clear support from Europe, even more unity, even More willingness to cooperate. Everyone is united on the main issue. For peace to be real, we need security guarantees, real security guarantees. And this is the position of all of Europe, the entire continent, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Turkey. Of course, we understand the importance of America. We're grateful for all the support we receive from the United States. There hasn't been a day when we haven't felt gratitude. It's gratitude for the preservation of our independence. Our resilience in Ukraine is based on what our partners are doing for us and for their own security. What we need is peace, not endless lore. And that's why we say security guarantees are the key to this. Security guarantees. And then President Zelensky posted these photos of the summit in London that was very successful. And here's how Zelinsky says it. The summit in London was dedicated to Ukraine and our shared European future. We feel strong support for Ukraine, for our people, both soldiers and civilians, and our independence. Together, we are working in Europe to establish a solid foundation for cooperation with the United States in pursuit of true peace and guaranteed security. Europe's unity is at an exceptionally high level, one that has not been seen in a long time. We are discussing with our partners security guarantees and the conditions for a just peace for Ukraine. A series of important meetings and decisions are being prepared for the near future. I am grateful to all of our friends and partners for their efforts in bringing about a stable and guaranteed peace in Ukraine. Joint strength can protect our future. I think that's kind of the key message over here. Security guarantees and joint strength and. And negotiating from a power of strength where Donald Trump just wants to wag his finger and bully. Here's a video of Zelinsky as well, just so you can see it. Let's play it.

Host 2 (17:53)

Dear Ukrainians, we are returning home. As a summary of these days and clear support from Europe. More unity, even more readiness to cooperate. Everyone is united in the main thing. For peace to be real, real security guarantees are needed. And this is the position of all our Europe, the whole continent, the United Kingdom, European Union, Norway, Turkey. Today we coordinated our positions. There will be many meetings, much joint work in the coming days. In the coming weeks, there will be diplomacy for the sake of peace and for all of us to be together. Ukraine, all of Europe, and. And certainly, certainly America. Of course, we realize the importance of America and we are grateful for all the support we have received from the United States of America. There was no. There hasn't been a day when we haven't felt this gratitude, for it is gratitude for preserving our independence. So our resilience in Ukraine is based on what our partners do for us and for their own security. We need peace, not eternal war. And that is why we say that security guarantees are key. Up to this, in the near future, all of us in Europe will form our positions, our common positions. The lines we need to reach and the lines Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Biso, which we cannot retreat from. Such positions will be presented to our partner in the United States of America. Reliability, the duration of peace, a proper agreement on ending the war. This is truly, truly our common priority. And of course, I want to thank now, voice of screen, to you, to all of you, to everyone in our native Ukraine who feels how much unity matters, how history is changing and when millions defend the dignity of their country, our warriors on the front, all our people. I am proud of you and I want to thank all of you. Thank you very much. Glory to Ukraine.

Host 3 (20:17)

Also, President Zelensky met with King Charles iii. King Charles didn't have any issues with the way Zelensky was dressed as a wartime president. Of course, we know that Winston Churchill, when he visited the White House, was dressed in the war attire during war. I reminded of this video right here by Marco Rubio or this photo of Marco Rubio from the meeting, the horrific meeting that will go down in infamy between Trump, when Trump was attacking Zelinsky from the Oval Office. And then finally, you know, after showing you that incredible statesmanship or state spartanship from, from the, from these incredible world leaders that I was just sharing with you, I want you to contrast it with how petty and weird American Secretary of United States, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is, who here says this was on this week ABCs, this week on Sunday, where Rubio is like, you know, look, you know, the issue is that Zelensky is too busy Ukraine splaining to Trump. Why is he Ukraine splaining? I don't know. Maybe because he's the leader of Ukraine, you idiot. Maybe that's why he's Ukraine splaining, that Russia is bad. Russia is bad. Okay, here, play this clip.

Host 1 (21:38)

Can we get them to a table to negotiate? That's our goal. Don't do anything to disrupt that. And that's what Zelensky did, unfortunately, is he found every opportunity to try to Ukraine splain on every issue. Then he confronts the vice president. When the vice president says the goal here is diplomacy, he immediately jumps in and challenges the vice president. Well, what kind of diplomacy? So we all understand, okay, that Putin is not going to be an easy negotiator.

Host 3 (22:01)

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Justin Trudeau (22:11)

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