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Russia and Ukraine border tensions

Status: Closed Opened: 14 Apr 2021 Closed: 6 Dec 2022 12 recommendations 10 conclusions 1 report

The Committee is holding a one-off evidence session to examine the extent of Russian military build-up along the border of Eastern Ukraine over recent months. This session will focus on Russia’s military intentions and what the UK Government and NATO can do to de-escalate tension in the region.

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Reports

1 report
Title HC No. Published Items Response
First Report - Russia and Ukraine border tensions HC 167 6 Jul 2021 22 Responded

Recommendations & Conclusions

1 item
22 Recommendation First Report - Russia and Ukraine borde… Not Addressed

The UK and NATO must decide what their red lines are and the appropriate action...

The UK and NATO must decide what their red lines are and the appropriate action which could be taken, if Russia crosses a red line. (Paragraph 112) 28 Russia and Ukraine border tensions

Government response AI summary
The government notes the recommendation but does not commit to deciding specific 'red lines'. It instead highlights existing NATO efforts to deter threats and protect people as clear and proportionate responses.
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Ministry of Defence

Oral evidence sessions

1 session
Date Witnesses
21 Apr 2021 Henry Boyd · International Institute for Strategic Studies, Sarah Lain · Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) View ↗

Who gave evidence

2 witnesses
WitnessOrganisationSessions
Henry Boyd · Research Fellow for Defence and Military Analysis International Institute for Strategic Studies 1
Sarah Lain · Associate Fellow Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) 1