French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans on Thursday to host a crucial meeting of Ukraine-supporting nations in Paris next week, aiming to finalize strategies for a potential truce and long-term security in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The move comes amid heightened global efforts to stabilize the region.
'We will hold another meeting of the coalition of the willing next Thursday in Paris… to finalize our work on short-term support for the Ukrainian army,' Macron said after an EU summit. He emphasized plans to develop a 'sustainable model' for Ukraine’s defense and European security guarantees to deter future Russian aggression.
The initiative, co-led with British PM Keir Starmer, gained urgency after former U.S. President Donald Trump opened direct negotiations with Russia last month. Macron stressed the need for a 'credible' ceasefire framework, adding: 'This will be a chance to discuss and fine-tune.'
With Zelenskyy expected to attend, the summit could shape the conflict’s trajectory—and test Europe’s role as a peace broker. Stay tuned as leaders navigate this high-stakes diplomatic chessboard.
'We will hold another meeting of the coalition of the willing next Thursday in Paris… to finalize our work on short-term support for the Ukrainian army,' Macron said after an EU summit. He emphasized plans to develop a 'sustainable model' for Ukraine’s defense and European security guarantees to deter future Russian aggression.
