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European Leaders Arrive in Kyiv, Back 30-Day Ceasefire for Ukraine Peace Talks

Leaders of Germany, France, the UK, and Poland meet Zelenskyj, pledge increased support for Ukraine, and endorse U.S.-proposed truce framework.

Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (r, CDU), Keir Starmer (l), Premierminister von Großbritannien, und Frankreichs Präsident Emmanuel Macron sitzen im Salonwagen des Sonderzugs nach Kiew
Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (Mitte) steht mit dem französischen Präsidenten Emmanuel Macron (re.) und dem britischen Premier Keir Starmer (li.).
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Overview

  • German Chancellor Merz, French President Macron, UK Prime Minister Starmer, and Polish Prime Minister Tusk arrived in Kyiv to show unified support for Ukraine.
  • The leaders endorsed a 30-day unconditional ceasefire as a foundation for peace negotiations with Russia, echoing a proposal by U.S. President Trump.
  • In a joint declaration, they pledged to expand aid to Ukraine, increase sanctions on Russia, and pressure Moscow to end its invasion and agree to a truce.
  • The delegation plans to meet Ukrainian President Zelenskyj, lay wreaths on the Maidan, and discuss post-conflict security arrangements, including a potential Coalition of the Willing force.
  • Germany’s participation in the proposed security force is contingent on a formal peace agreement and coordination with the United States.