Ukraine requires a United Nations helmet as a security assurance, according to Jan van Aken.
In a recent development, Jan van Aken, chairman of Germany's Left party, has proposed a UN-led peacekeeping mission in Ukraine as a means to provide a more secure environment in the region. This proposal comes amidst ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
Van Aken suggests that a UN-led mission, akin to the successful peacekeeping mission in Cyprus which has been ongoing for over 50 years, could be the solution to ensure a lasting peace in Ukraine. He believes that such a mission would be more effective than the presence of NATO soldiers, which he considers a security risk.
According to van Aken, the automatic veto that currently applies when direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia begin would no longer be in effect once negotiations commence. He also advocates for tangible security guarantees for Ukraine in case of a peace agreement with Russia.
The UN-level talks should be initiated immediately to prepare for a diverse peacekeeping force, according to van Aken. This force could potentially include blue helmets from NATO countries and China, providing additional security guarantees for Ukraine.
It is worth noting that so far, there are no official indications that any countries have declared support for deploying UN blue helmet troops in Ukraine within the United Nations framework. Discussions around UN peacekeeping missions in Ukraine remain largely theoretical, with van Aken's voice being one of the most prominent among political voices advocating for UN troops instead of NATO forces.
Van Aken also emphasizes the importance of beginning peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia as soon as possible, even if shooting continues. He cites the example of peace negotiations conducted during hostilities in Colombia as evidence that this is possible.
Moreover, van Aken warns against the risk of direct confrontation between NATO and Russian soldiers along the border, which could potentially escalate into a large-scale war. He also disputes the notion that security guarantees can only be provided by NATO soldiers on the Russian-Ukrainian border, calling it wrong and dangerous.
A quick ceasefire would undoubtedly be beneficial for the people in Ukraine and soldiers on both sides, but it is not a necessary condition for the start of peace negotiations, according to van Aken. He believes that the UN would be able to act again once direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia begin.
In conclusion, van Aken's proposal for a UN-led peacekeeping mission in Ukraine is gaining traction as a potential solution to ensure a lasting peace in the region. While discussions remain theoretical at this stage, the prospect of a diverse peacekeeping force, including blue helmets from NATO countries and China, offers a promising avenue for additional security guarantees for Ukraine.
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