‘Send your son first!’ Bev Turner tears into Keir Starmer over plan to deploy British troops in Ukraine

GB News presenters Andrew Pierce and Bev Turner have strongly criticized Labour leader Keir Starmer’s proposal to deploy 10,000 British troops to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping force.

Andrew Pierce called the plan “reckless” and a “terrible political mistake,” arguing that the UK struggles to protect its own borders, such as the Kent coast, let alone send troops abroad.

He also dismissed the idea that the troops would remain neutral, stating that their presence would inherently side with Ukraine.

Bev Turner went further, challenging Starmer to lead by example by sending his own son to Ukraine first. She sarcastically suggested that Starmer should personally wave his son off at the airport if he was serious about the plan.

Turner’s comments reflect skepticism about the feasibility and morality of sending British troops into a conflict zone.

The criticism comes as the UK government announced that more than 30 countries are expected to join a “coalition of the willing” to support Ukraine with peacekeeping troops.

A spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the development, describing it as a “significant force” with numerous countries committing to provide troops. However, not all countries will send troops; some will contribute in other ways.

The proposed peacekeeping force is part of broader efforts to establish stability in Ukraine if a peace deal with Russia is reached. The UK and France have already confirmed their participation, but the full list of countries involved has not been disclosed. Military chiefs are set to meet later this week to discuss the next steps in implementing the force.

The plan has sparked debate, with critics like Pierce and Turner questioning its practicality and potential consequences. They argue that sending troops into a volatile region could escalate tensions and put British lives at risk. Meanwhile, supporters of the coalition see it as a necessary step to support Ukraine and maintain international security.

The discussion follows a recent virtual meeting hosted by Starmer, which included leaders from 26 Western countries, two EU leaders, and NATO’s secretary general. The meeting came after Ukraine’s president accepted a 30-day interim ceasefire agreement, raising hopes for a potential peace deal. However, the situation remains fragile, and the proposed peacekeeping force is seen as a precautionary measure to ensure stability if an agreement is reached.

As the debate continues, the UK government faces pressure to justify its involvement in the coalition and address concerns about the risks of deploying troops to Ukraine.