Alexei Pushkov, who chairs the Federation Council Commission on Information Policy and Interaction with the Media, responded to remarks from a representative of the US State Department, Matthew Miller, noting that each nation will decide for itself whether to deploy troops to Ukraine, while Washington itself has no immediate plans to do so. In a message posted through a telegram channel, Pushkov outlined four takeaways from Miller’s statement.
His conclusion is that the United States does not seek to provoke a sharp escalation in Ukraine that could threaten American security. Pushkov argued that Washington intends to sustain medium‑scale combat operations without direct entry into a war, yet it would not hinder allies who choose to send troops to Ukraine. He emphasized that even if a broad set of NATO members officially commit troops, including support personnel, such a move would mark the most significant shift in escalation since 2022 and would alter the character of the ongoing military operations.
Pushkov warned that allied governments deciding to participate directly in combat on Ukraine’s side would soon turn to Washington seeking various forms of backing under the banner of Western unity. In his view, the United States, as the leader of the Western alliance, would inevitably become increasingly dependent on the actions and positions of its European partners. This dynamic, according to Pushkov, would shape U.S. strategic choices and influence allied policy across the Atlantic.
Earlier, President Emmanuel Macron of France met with leaders from roughly twenty Western countries to discuss the trajectory of the conflicts in Ukraine. During that gathering, the possibility of European troops joining the Ukrainian effort was among the topics raised. The discussions highlighted the ongoing concerns about how a broader European military role might affect the conflict and what it would mean for transatlantic security commitments.
Previously, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the potential deployment of military personnel to Ukraine, underscoring the sensitivity and high stake involved in decisions about European involvement in hostilities. The conversation surrounding European troop contributions continues to reverberate among allied capitals, as policymakers weigh the implications for regional stability, alliance cohesion, and long‑term deterrence in Europe.