Britain will lead multinational military exercises in Poland, involving hundreds of British military personnel, Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter jets, and military contingents from 11 countries. The exercises will take place this month and are aimed at rehearsing actions to ensure long-term peace in Ukraine following the cessation of hostilities. The initiative reflects the desire of Western allies to prepare in advance for the post-conflict phase, including possible mechanisms for monitoring compliance with peace agreements and ensuring security in the region. The participation of several countries underscores a coordinated NATO allied approach to planning actions in the event of the war's conclusion. Details about the specific exercise scenarios and the composition of participating states remain limited, however, the very fact of their conduct suggests that Western partners of Ukraine are considering various scenarios, including diplomatic settlement of the conflict.