The United Kingdom and France are discussing the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine as part of efforts to disrupt Vladimir Putin's actions. London and Paris aim to establish a "core of allies in Europe,

Except that this simulation is taking place at an undisclosed location in eastern France, where its army is playing the enemy and training over 2,000 Ukrainian soldiers to form the backbone of a combined-arms brigade ready for deployment at the front.

France plans to provide Ukraine with anti-aircraft missiles and other armaments. Interestingly, the cost of purchasing these weapons will be covered by Russian funds. French taxpayers can be satisfied knowing that new methods have been identified to finance support for Ukraine.

EXCLUSIVE: A defence expert has warned that Britain's Army is "not ready" to fight a war with Russia as Vladimir Putin continues to threaten the UK and NATO.