**US Defense Secretary Says No Troop Deployment to Ukraine**
The US will not send troops to Ukraine, according to US Defense Secretary Mark Esper. He made this statement during a visit to Germany.
Esper said that the US has no plans to reduce its troop presence abroad. However, he expressed hope for a swift peace agreement in Ukraine. President Donald Trump has committed to finding a solution to the conflict.
**Peace Agreement and Force Posture**
The Defense Secretary said that if a rapid peace deal is reached in Ukraine, the US will review its military force posture. This means they may consider changing where and how many troops are deployed abroad.
Esper will attend a meeting with other defense ministers from Western countries on February 12. He aims to reaffirm President Trump’s commitment to finding a peaceful solution to the conflict.
**Changes in US Policy**
The Defense Secretary is not expected to announce new military aid supplies, unlike his predecessors. Instead, he will focus on listening to others at the meeting.
This change in approach comes as there is uncertainty about future US policy on Ukraine due to changes in leadership in Washington.
